Climate Insights for Gweru

Midlands Province, Zimbabwe

Hottest
October
29°C peak85°F peak
Coldest
July
7°C low45°F low
Wettest
January
204 mm rain8 in rain
Best to Visit
March, April, May
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Gweru is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 747 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 204 mm of rainfall. Gweru 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, November, September. The coldest months are July, June, May, when temperatures can drop to 7°C.The climate in Gweru is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 67°F and approximately 29.4 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 8 in of rainfall. Gweru 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, November, September. The coldest months are July, June, May, when temperatures can drop to 45°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 17°FebMax: 27°Average: 22°Min: 17°MarMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 16°AprMax: 25°Average: 19°Min: 13°MayMax: 23°Average: 16°Min: 10°JunMax: 21°Average: 14°Min: 8°JulMax: 21°Average: 14°Min: 7°AugMax: 25°Average: 17°Min: 10°SepMax: 28°Average: 21°Min: 13°OctMax: 29°Average: 22°Min: 15°NovMax: 29°Average: 23°Min: 17°DecMax: 28°Average: 22°Min: 17°
Max
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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: 79°FAverage: 69°FMin: 60°FAprMax: 77°FAverage: 66°FMin: 56°FMayMax: 74°FAverage: 62°FMin: 50°FJunMax: 70°FAverage: 58°FMin: 46°FJulMax: 70°FAverage: 57°FMin: 45°FAugMax: 77°FAverage: 63°FMin: 50°FSepMax: 83°FAverage: 69°FMin: 56°FOctMax: 85°FAverage: 72°FMin: 59°FNovMax: 83°FAverage: 73°FMin: 62°FDecMax: 82°FAverage: 72°FMin: 63°F
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Temperatures in Gweru 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 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 7°C and an average of 14°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 3°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Gweru 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 85°F and the mean temperature sits around 72°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 45°F and an average of 57°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: 204mmFebPrecipitation: 166mmMarPrecipitation: 55mmAprPrecipitation: 28mmMayPrecipitation: 3mmJunPrecipitation: 4mmJulPrecipitation: 3mmAugPrecipitation: 1mmSepPrecipitation: 2mmOctPrecipitation: 20mmNovPrecipitation: 87mmDecPrecipitation: 174mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 8inFebPrecipitation: 6.5inMarPrecipitation: 2.2inAprPrecipitation: 1.1inMayPrecipitation: 0.1inJunPrecipitation: 0.2inJulPrecipitation: 0.1inAugPrecipitation: 0.1inSepPrecipitation: 0.1inOctPrecipitation: 0.8inNovPrecipitation: 3.4inDecPrecipitation: 6.8in
Precipitation

Gweru is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 747 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 62 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 204 mm of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 1 mm. That's 202 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.Gweru is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 29.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.4 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 8 in of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 in. That's 8 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: 12km/hFebWind Speed: 12km/hMarWind Speed: 12km/hAprWind Speed: 12km/hMayWind Speed: 11km/hJunWind Speed: 11km/hJulWind Speed: 12km/hAugWind Speed: 12km/hSepWind Speed: 12km/hOctWind Speed: 13km/hNovWind Speed: 11km/hDecWind Speed: 11km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8mphFebWind Speed: 7mphMarWind Speed: 8mphAprWind Speed: 7mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 7mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 7mphDecWind Speed: 7mph
Wind Speed

Gweru is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/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 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Gweru 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 October, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan21°70°F
Feb22°71°F
Mar21°69°F
Apr19°66°F
May16°62°F
Jun14°58°F
Jul14°57°F
Aug17°63°F
Sep21°69°F
Oct22°72°F
Nov23°73°F
Dec22°72°F

The best time to visit Gweru is during March, April, May, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 28 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 7°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Gweru is during March, April, May, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 68°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.1 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 45°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 Gweru 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 Gweru 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
12 km/h8 mph
204 mm8 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
17 °C63 °F
27 °C80 °F
12 km/h7 mph
166 mm6.5 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
16 °C60 °F
26 °C79 °F
12 km/h8 mph
55 mm2.2 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
13 °C56 °F
25 °C77 °F
12 km/h7 mph
28 mm1.1 in
0 cm0 in
May
10 °C50 °F
23 °C74 °F
11 km/h7 mph
3 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
8 °C46 °F
21 °C70 °F
11 km/h7 mph
4 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
7 °C45 °F
21 °C70 °F
12 km/h7 mph
3 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
10 °C50 °F
25 °C77 °F
12 km/h7 mph
1 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
13 °C56 °F
28 °C83 °F
12 km/h8 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
15 °C59 °F
29 °C85 °F
13 km/h8 mph
20 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
17 °C62 °F
29 °C83 °F
11 km/h7 mph
87 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
17 °C63 °F
28 °C82 °F
11 km/h7 mph
174 mm6.8 in
0 cm0 in