Climate Insights for Hwange

Matabeleland North Province, Zimbabwe

Hottest
October
36°C peak97°F peak
Coldest
July
12°C low54°F low
Wettest
January
203 mm rain8 in rain
Best to Visit
April, May, June
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Hwange is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 587 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 203 mm of rainfall. Hwange 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, August, when temperatures can drop to 12°C.The climate in Hwange is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 77°F and approximately 23.1 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 8 in of rainfall. Hwange 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, August, when temperatures can drop to 54°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 31°Average: 26°Min: 22°FebMax: 31°Average: 26°Min: 22°MarMax: 32°Average: 26°Min: 21°AprMax: 31°Average: 25°Min: 19°MayMax: 29°Average: 22°Min: 15°JunMax: 27°Average: 19°Min: 12°JulMax: 27°Average: 19°Min: 12°AugMax: 30°Average: 22°Min: 15°SepMax: 34°Average: 26°Min: 19°OctMax: 36°Average: 29°Min: 22°NovMax: 34°Average: 29°Min: 23°DecMax: 33°Average: 27°Min: 22°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 87°FAverage: 78°FMin: 71°FFebMax: 88°FAverage: 79°FMin: 71°FMarMax: 89°FAverage: 79°FMin: 70°FAprMax: 88°FAverage: 77°FMin: 66°FMayMax: 85°FAverage: 71°FMin: 59°FJunMax: 81°FAverage: 67°FMin: 54°FJulMax: 80°FAverage: 66°FMin: 54°FAugMax: 87°FAverage: 72°FMin: 59°FSepMax: 93°FAverage: 80°FMin: 66°FOctMax: 97°FAverage: 84°FMin: 72°FNovMax: 94°FAverage: 83°FMin: 73°FDecMax: 91°FAverage: 81°FMin: 72°F
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Temperatures in Hwange vary considerably across the year, with a 24°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. October is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 36°C and an average of 29°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 12°C and an average of 19°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 Hwange vary considerably across the year, with a 43°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. October is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 97°F and an average of 84°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 54°F and an average of 66°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: 203mmFebPrecipitation: 139mmMarPrecipitation: 51mmAprPrecipitation: 19mmMayPrecipitation: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 4mmNovPrecipitation: 47mmDecPrecipitation: 123mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 8inFebPrecipitation: 5.5inMarPrecipitation: 2inAprPrecipitation: 0.7inMayPrecipitation: 0inJunPrecipitation: 0inJulPrecipitation: 0inAugPrecipitation: 0inSepPrecipitation: 0inOctPrecipitation: 0.2inNovPrecipitation: 1.8inDecPrecipitation: 4.9in
Precipitation

Hwange is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 587 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 49 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 203 mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 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.Hwange is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 23.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.9 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 8 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 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: 8km/hFebWind Speed: 8km/hMarWind Speed: 8km/hAprWind Speed: 8km/hMayWind Speed: 8km/hJunWind Speed: 8km/hJulWind Speed: 9km/hAugWind Speed: 10km/hSepWind Speed: 11km/hOctWind Speed: 12km/hNovWind Speed: 10km/hDecWind Speed: 9km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 5mphFebWind Speed: 5mphMarWind Speed: 5mphAprWind Speed: 5mphMayWind Speed: 5mphJunWind Speed: 5mphJulWind Speed: 5mphAugWind Speed: 6mphSepWind Speed: 7mphOctWind Speed: 7mphNovWind Speed: 6mphDecWind Speed: 5mph
Wind Speed

Hwange is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/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 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Hwange 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 7mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan26°78°F
Feb26°79°F
Mar26°79°F
Apr25°77°F
May22°71°F
Jun19°67°F
Jul19°66°F
Aug22°72°F
Sep26°80°F
Oct29°84°F
Nov29°83°F
Dec27°81°F

The best time to visit Hwange is during April, May, June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 4 mm per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 36°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Hwange is during April, May, June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 71°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.2 in per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 97°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 Hwange 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 Hwange 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
22 °C71 °F
31 °C87 °F
8 km/h5 mph
203 mm8 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
22 °C71 °F
31 °C88 °F
8 km/h5 mph
139 mm5.5 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
21 °C70 °F
32 °C89 °F
8 km/h5 mph
51 mm2 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
19 °C66 °F
31 °C88 °F
8 km/h5 mph
19 mm0.7 in
0 cm0 in
May
15 °C59 °F
29 °C85 °F
8 km/h5 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
12 °C54 °F
27 °C81 °F
8 km/h5 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
12 °C54 °F
27 °C80 °F
9 km/h5 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
15 °C59 °F
30 °C87 °F
10 km/h6 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
19 °C66 °F
34 °C93 °F
11 km/h7 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
22 °C72 °F
36 °C97 °F
12 km/h7 mph
4 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
23 °C73 °F
34 °C94 °F
10 km/h6 mph
47 mm1.8 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
22 °C72 °F
33 °C91 °F
9 km/h5 mph
123 mm4.9 in
0 cm0 in