Climate Insights for Chitungwiza
Harare, Zimbabwe
Climate Overview
The climate in Chitungwiza is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 20°C and approximately 805 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 232 mm of rainfall. Chitungwiza 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 8°C.The climate in Chitungwiza is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 67°F and approximately 31.7 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 9.1 in of rainfall. Chitungwiza 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 47°F.
Temperature
Temperatures in Chitungwiza vary considerably across the year, with a 21°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 8°C and an average of 15°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°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 Chitungwiza vary considerably across the year, with a 38°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 85°F and the mean temperature sits around 73°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 47°F and an average of 58°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 22°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 6°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Chitungwiza is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 805 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 67 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 232 mm of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 1 mm. That's 231 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.Chitungwiza is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 31.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.6 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 9.1 in of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 in. That's 9.1 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
Chitungwiza is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 10km/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.Chitungwiza is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is September, 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
The best time to visit Chitungwiza is during March, April, May, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 25 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 8°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Chitungwiza is during March, April, May, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 68°F with modest rainfall averaging 1 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 47°F. 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 Chitungwiza 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 Chitungwiza 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.