Climate Insights for Chitungwiza

Harare, Zimbabwe

Hottest
October
29°C peak85°F peak
Coldest
July
8°C low47°F low
Wettest
January
232 mm rain9.1 in rain
Best to Visit
March, April, May
Mild temps & low rain

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

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 17°FebMax: 27°Average: 21°Min: 17°MarMax: 27°Average: 21°Min: 16°AprMax: 25°Average: 19°Min: 14°MayMax: 24°Average: 17°Min: 11°JunMax: 22°Average: 15°Min: 9°JulMax: 22°Average: 15°Min: 8°AugMax: 25°Average: 18°Min: 10°SepMax: 28°Average: 21°Min: 14°OctMax: 29°Average: 23°Min: 16°NovMax: 28°Average: 22°Min: 17°DecMax: 27°Average: 22°Min: 17°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 79°FAverage: 70°FMin: 63°FFebMax: 80°FAverage: 71°FMin: 63°FMarMax: 80°FAverage: 70°FMin: 61°FAprMax: 78°FAverage: 67°FMin: 57°FMayMax: 75°FAverage: 62°FMin: 51°FJunMax: 71°FAverage: 59°FMin: 48°FJulMax: 71°FAverage: 58°FMin: 47°FAugMax: 77°FAverage: 64°FMin: 51°FSepMax: 83°FAverage: 70°FMin: 57°FOctMax: 85°FAverage: 73°FMin: 61°FNovMax: 82°FAverage: 72°FMin: 63°FDecMax: 81°FAverage: 72°FMin: 63°F
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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

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 232mmFebPrecipitation: 152mmMarPrecipitation: 77mmAprPrecipitation: 47mmMayPrecipitation: 4mmJunPrecipitation: 2mmJulPrecipitation: 2mmAugPrecipitation: 1mmSepPrecipitation: 1mmOctPrecipitation: 23mmNovPrecipitation: 112mmDecPrecipitation: 153mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 9.1inFebPrecipitation: 6inMarPrecipitation: 3inAprPrecipitation: 1.9inMayPrecipitation: 0.1inJunPrecipitation: 0.1inJulPrecipitation: 0.1inAugPrecipitation: 0inSepPrecipitation: 0inOctPrecipitation: 0.9inNovPrecipitation: 4.4inDecPrecipitation: 6in
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

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 10km/hFebWind Speed: 10km/hMarWind Speed: 10km/hAprWind Speed: 10km/hMayWind Speed: 10km/hJunWind Speed: 11km/hJulWind Speed: 11km/hAugWind Speed: 11km/hSepWind Speed: 13km/hOctWind Speed: 13km/hNovWind Speed: 11km/hDecWind Speed: 10km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6mphFebWind Speed: 6mphMarWind Speed: 6mphAprWind Speed: 6mphMayWind Speed: 6mphJunWind Speed: 7mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 7mphDecWind Speed: 6mph
Wind Speed

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

Jan21°70°F
Feb21°71°F
Mar21°70°F
Apr19°67°F
May17°62°F
Jun15°59°F
Jul15°58°F
Aug18°64°F
Sep21°70°F
Oct23°73°F
Nov22°72°F
Dec22°72°F

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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
17 °C63 °F
26 °C79 °F
10 km/h6 mph
232 mm9.1 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
17 °C63 °F
27 °C80 °F
10 km/h6 mph
152 mm6 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
16 °C61 °F
27 °C80 °F
10 km/h6 mph
77 mm3 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
14 °C57 °F
25 °C78 °F
10 km/h6 mph
47 mm1.9 in
0 cm0 in
May
11 °C51 °F
24 °C75 °F
10 km/h6 mph
4 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
9 °C48 °F
22 °C71 °F
11 km/h7 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
8 °C47 °F
22 °C71 °F
11 km/h7 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
10 °C51 °F
25 °C77 °F
11 km/h7 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
14 °C57 °F
28 °C83 °F
13 km/h8 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
16 °C61 °F
29 °C85 °F
13 km/h8 mph
23 mm0.9 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
17 °C63 °F
28 °C82 °F
11 km/h7 mph
112 mm4.4 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
17 °C63 °F
27 °C81 °F
10 km/h6 mph
153 mm6 in
0 cm0 in