Climate Insights for Kadoma

, Mashonaland West Province, Zimbabwe

Hottest
October
32°C peak
Coldest
July
10°C low
Wettest
January
209mm rain
Best to Visit
March, April, May
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Kadoma is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 704mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 209mm of rainfall. Kadoma 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 10°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Feb Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 19° Mar Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 18° Apr Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 16° May Max: 27° Average: 20° Min: 13° Jun Max: 24° Average: 17° Min: 11° Jul Max: 24° Average: 17° Min: 10° Aug Max: 28° Average: 20° Min: 13° Sep Max: 31° Average: 24° Min: 16° Oct Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 18° Nov Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 19° Dec Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 20°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Kadoma 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 26°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 10°C and an average of 17°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.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 209mm Feb Precipitation: 154mm Mar Precipitation: 55mm Apr Precipitation: 30mm May Precipitation: 3mm Jun Precipitation: 1mm Jul Precipitation: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 1mm Oct Precipitation: 19mm Nov Precipitation: 85mm Dec Precipitation: 145mm
Precipitation

Kadoma is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 704mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 59mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 209mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0mm. That's 209mm 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/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 14km/h Feb Wind Speed: 14km/h Mar Wind Speed: 15km/h Apr Wind Speed: 15km/h May Wind Speed: 14km/h Jun Wind Speed: 15km/h Jul Wind Speed: 15km/h Aug Wind Speed: 15km/h Sep Wind Speed: 16km/h Oct Wind Speed: 17km/h Nov Wind Speed: 16km/h Dec Wind Speed: 15km/h
Wind Speed

Kadoma is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/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 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 14km/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.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

89 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Kadoma, which began on March 20, 2026. Kadoma is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed — spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in October at around 32°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 10°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 16 to 32°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 105mm over the season and a monthly average of 35mm. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 19 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 509mm across the season with a monthly average of 170mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 13 to 29°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 88mm over the season and a monthly average of 29mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 10 to 28°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 2mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 23°
Feb 24°
Mar 24°
Apr 22°
May 20°
Jun 17°
Jul 17°
Aug 20°
Sep 24°
Oct 26°
Nov 25°
Dec 25°

The best time to visit Kadoma is during March, April, May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 13mm per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 32°C. 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 Kadoma 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
19 °C
28 °C
14 km/h
209 mm
0 cm
Feb
19 °C
29 °C
14 km/h
154 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
18 °C
29 °C
15 km/h
55 mm
0 cm
Apr
16 °C
28 °C
15 km/h
30 mm
0 cm
May
13 °C
27 °C
14 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Jun
11 °C
24 °C
15 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Jul
10 °C
24 °C
15 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Aug
13 °C
28 °C
15 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Sep
16 °C
31 °C
16 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Oct
18 °C
32 °C
17 km/h
19 mm
0 cm
Nov
19 °C
31 °C
16 km/h
85 mm
0 cm
Dec
20 °C
30 °C
15 km/h
145 mm
0 cm
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