Climate Insights for Kotwa Airport

, Mashonaland East Province, Zimbabwe

Hottest
November
33°C peak
Coldest
July
13°C low
Wettest
January
206mm rain
Best to Visit
March, April, May
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Kotwa Airport is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 632mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 206mm of rainfall. Kotwa Airport 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: November, October, December. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 13°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 21° Feb Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 21° Mar Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 20° Apr Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 19° May Max: 28° Average: 21° Min: 16° Jun Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 13° Jul Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 13° Aug Max: 28° Average: 21° Min: 15° Sep Max: 31° Average: 24° Min: 18° Oct Max: 33° Average: 27° Min: 20° Nov Max: 33° Average: 27° Min: 21° Dec Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 22°
Max
Average
Min

Kotwa Airport sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 13°C to 33°C. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 13°C and an average of 19°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 3°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: 206mm Feb Precipitation: 153mm Mar Precipitation: 63mm Apr Precipitation: 16mm May Precipitation: 2mm Jun Precipitation: 1mm Jul Precipitation: 1mm Aug Precipitation: 1mm Sep Precipitation: 1mm Oct Precipitation: 6mm Nov Precipitation: 42mm Dec Precipitation: 140mm
Precipitation

Kotwa Airport is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 632mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 53mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 206mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 1mm. That's 205mm 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: 16km/h May Wind Speed: 15km/h Jun Wind Speed: 15km/h Jul Wind Speed: 16km/h Aug Wind Speed: 17km/h Sep Wind Speed: 19km/h Oct Wind Speed: 20km/h Nov Wind Speed: 19km/h Dec Wind Speed: 16km/h
Wind Speed

Kotwa Airport is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 16km/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 20km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 14km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/h gap 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 Kotwa Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Kotwa Airport 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 November at around 33°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 13°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 18 to 33°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 49mm over the season and a monthly average of 16mm. Winds are moderate at around 19km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 21 to 32°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 499mm across the season with a monthly average of 166mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 16 to 29°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 82mm over the season and a monthly average of 27mm. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 13 to 28°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 3mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 25°
Feb 25°
Mar 24°
Apr 24°
May 21°
Jun 19°
Jul 19°
Aug 21°
Sep 24°
Oct 27°
Nov 27°
Dec 26°

The best time to visit Kotwa Airport 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 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 12mm per month. By contrast, November can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 33°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 Kotwa Airport 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
21 °C
29 °C
14 km/h
206 mm
0 cm
Feb
21 °C
30 °C
14 km/h
153 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
20 °C
29 °C
15 km/h
63 mm
0 cm
Apr
19 °C
29 °C
16 km/h
16 mm
0 cm
May
16 °C
28 °C
15 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Jun
13 °C
25 °C
15 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Jul
13 °C
25 °C
16 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Aug
15 °C
28 °C
17 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Sep
18 °C
31 °C
19 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Oct
20 °C
33 °C
20 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Nov
21 °C
33 °C
19 km/h
42 mm
0 cm
Dec
22 °C
32 °C
16 km/h
140 mm
0 cm
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