Climate Insights for Chegutu

Mashonaland West Province, Zimbabwe

Hottest
October
32°C peak89°F peak
Coldest
July
10°C low49°F low
Wettest
January
213 mm rain8.4 in rain
Best to Visit
March, April, May
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Chegutu is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 727 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 213 mm of rainfall. Chegutu is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: October, September, November. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 10°C.The climate in Chegutu is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 71°F and approximately 28.6 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 8.4 in of rainfall. Chegutu is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: October, September, November. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 49°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 28°Average: 23°Min: 19°FebMax: 29°Average: 23°Min: 19°MarMax: 29°Average: 23°Min: 18°AprMax: 28°Average: 22°Min: 16°MayMax: 26°Average: 19°Min: 12°JunMax: 24°Average: 17°Min: 10°JulMax: 24°Average: 16°Min: 10°AugMax: 27°Average: 19°Min: 12°SepMax: 31°Average: 23°Min: 15°OctMax: 32°Average: 25°Min: 18°NovMax: 30°Average: 24°Min: 19°DecMax: 30°Average: 24°Min: 19°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 82°FAverage: 73°FMin: 66°FFebMax: 84°FAverage: 74°FMin: 65°FMarMax: 84°FAverage: 73°FMin: 64°FAprMax: 82°FAverage: 71°FMin: 61°FMayMax: 79°FAverage: 66°FMin: 54°FJunMax: 75°FAverage: 62°FMin: 50°FJulMax: 75°FAverage: 62°FMin: 49°FAugMax: 81°FAverage: 67°FMin: 53°FSepMax: 87°FAverage: 74°FMin: 60°FOctMax: 89°FAverage: 77°FMin: 64°FNovMax: 87°FAverage: 76°FMin: 66°FDecMax: 85°FAverage: 75°FMin: 66°F
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Temperatures in Chegutu vary considerably across the year, with a 22°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 10°C and an average of 16°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Chegutu vary considerably across the year, with a 40°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 89°F and the mean temperature sits around 77°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 49°F and an average of 62°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 23°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 7°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 213mmFebPrecipitation: 155mmMarPrecipitation: 54mmAprPrecipitation: 29mmMayPrecipitation: 3mmJunPrecipitation: 1mmJulPrecipitation: 1mmAugPrecipitation: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 1mmOctPrecipitation: 20mmNovPrecipitation: 100mmDecPrecipitation: 151mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 8.4inFebPrecipitation: 6.1inMarPrecipitation: 2.1inAprPrecipitation: 1.1inMayPrecipitation: 0.1inJunPrecipitation: 0inJulPrecipitation: 0inAugPrecipitation: 0inSepPrecipitation: 0inOctPrecipitation: 0.8inNovPrecipitation: 3.9inDecPrecipitation: 5.9in
Precipitation

Chegutu is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 727 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 61 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 213 mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 mm. That's 213 mm less than January, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Chegutu is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 28.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.4 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 8.4 in of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 in. That's 8.4 in less than January, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 9km/hFebWind Speed: 9km/hMarWind Speed: 10km/hAprWind Speed: 10km/hMayWind Speed: 10km/hJunWind Speed: 10km/hJulWind Speed: 11km/hAugWind Speed: 11km/hSepWind Speed: 12km/hOctWind Speed: 12km/hNovWind Speed: 10km/hDecWind Speed: 9km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6mphFebWind Speed: 6mphMarWind Speed: 6mphAprWind Speed: 6mphMayWind Speed: 6mphJunWind Speed: 6mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 7mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 6mphDecWind Speed: 6mph
Wind Speed

Chegutu is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Chegutu is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 6mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 6mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan23°73°F
Feb23°74°F
Mar23°73°F
Apr22°71°F
May19°66°F
Jun17°62°F
Jul16°62°F
Aug19°67°F
Sep23°74°F
Oct25°77°F
Nov24°76°F
Dec24°75°F

The best time to visit Chegutu is during March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 23 mm per month. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Chegutu is during March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 70°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.9 in per month. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Chegutu based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Chegutu based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
19 °C66 °F
28 °C82 °F
9 km/h6 mph
213 mm8.4 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
19 °C65 °F
29 °C84 °F
9 km/h6 mph
155 mm6.1 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
18 °C64 °F
29 °C84 °F
10 km/h6 mph
54 mm2.1 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
16 °C61 °F
28 °C82 °F
10 km/h6 mph
29 mm1.1 in
0 cm0 in
May
12 °C54 °F
26 °C79 °F
10 km/h6 mph
3 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
10 °C50 °F
24 °C75 °F
10 km/h6 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
10 °C49 °F
24 °C75 °F
11 km/h7 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
12 °C53 °F
27 °C81 °F
11 km/h7 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
15 °C60 °F
31 °C87 °F
12 km/h7 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
18 °C64 °F
32 °C89 °F
12 km/h8 mph
20 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
19 °C66 °F
30 °C87 °F
10 km/h6 mph
100 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
19 °C66 °F
30 °C85 °F
9 km/h6 mph
151 mm5.9 in
0 cm0 in