Climate Insights for Masvingo

Masvingo Province, Zimbabwe

Hottest
October
30°C peak86°F peak
Coldest
July
8°C low47°F low
Wettest
December
159 mm rain6.3 in rain
Best to Visit
March, April, May
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Masvingo is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 20°C and approximately 697 mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 159 mm of rainfall. Masvingo 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 8°C.The climate in Masvingo is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 69°F and approximately 27.4 in of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 6.3 in of rainfall. Masvingo 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 47°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 28°Average: 23°Min: 18°FebMax: 28°Average: 23°Min: 18°MarMax: 27°Average: 22°Min: 17°AprMax: 26°Average: 20°Min: 14°MayMax: 24°Average: 17°Min: 11°JunMax: 22°Average: 15°Min: 9°JulMax: 22°Average: 15°Min: 8°AugMax: 26°Average: 18°Min: 11°SepMax: 29°Average: 22°Min: 14°OctMax: 30°Average: 23°Min: 16°NovMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 18°DecMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 18°
Max
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 82°FAverage: 73°FMin: 65°FFebMax: 82°FAverage: 73°FMin: 65°FMarMax: 80°FAverage: 71°FMin: 62°FAprMax: 79°FAverage: 68°FMin: 58°FMayMax: 76°FAverage: 63°FMin: 51°FJunMax: 72°FAverage: 59°FMin: 48°FJulMax: 72°FAverage: 59°FMin: 47°FAugMax: 79°FAverage: 65°FMin: 52°FSepMax: 84°FAverage: 71°FMin: 58°FOctMax: 86°FAverage: 73°FMin: 61°FNovMax: 85°FAverage: 74°FMin: 64°FDecMax: 84°FAverage: 74°FMin: 65°F
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Temperatures in Masvingo 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 30°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 July and August, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Masvingo vary considerably across the year, with a 39°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 86°F and the mean temperature sits around 73°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 47°F and an average of 59°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 22°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between July and August, with a 6°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 155mmFebPrecipitation: 145mmMarPrecipitation: 68mmAprPrecipitation: 33mmMayPrecipitation: 6mmJunPrecipitation: 7mmJulPrecipitation: 6mmAugPrecipitation: 3mmSepPrecipitation: 5mmOctPrecipitation: 17mmNovPrecipitation: 94mmDecPrecipitation: 159mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 6.1inFebPrecipitation: 5.7inMarPrecipitation: 2.7inAprPrecipitation: 1.3inMayPrecipitation: 0.2inJunPrecipitation: 0.3inJulPrecipitation: 0.2inAugPrecipitation: 0.1inSepPrecipitation: 0.2inOctPrecipitation: 0.7inNovPrecipitation: 3.7inDecPrecipitation: 6.3in
Precipitation

Masvingo is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 697 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 58 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 159 mm of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 3 mm. That's 156 mm less than December, 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.Masvingo is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 27.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.3 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 6.3 in of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.1 in. That's 6.1 in less than December, 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: 11km/hFebWind Speed: 11km/hMarWind Speed: 11km/hAprWind Speed: 10km/hMayWind Speed: 10km/hJunWind Speed: 10km/hJulWind Speed: 10km/hAugWind Speed: 11km/hSepWind Speed: 12km/hOctWind Speed: 13km/hNovWind Speed: 12km/hDecWind Speed: 11km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7mphFebWind Speed: 7mphMarWind Speed: 7mphAprWind Speed: 6mphMayWind Speed: 6mphJunWind Speed: 6mphJulWind Speed: 6mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 7mphDecWind Speed: 7mph
Wind Speed

Masvingo 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 October, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, 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.Masvingo 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 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

Jan23°73°F
Feb23°73°F
Mar22°71°F
Apr20°68°F
May17°63°F
Jun15°59°F
Jul15°59°F
Aug18°65°F
Sep22°71°F
Oct23°73°F
Nov24°74°F
Dec24°74°F

The best time to visit Masvingo is during March, April, May, June, 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 29 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 Masvingo is during March, April, May, June, 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 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 Masvingo 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 Masvingo 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
18 °C65 °F
28 °C82 °F
11 km/h7 mph
155 mm6.1 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
18 °C65 °F
28 °C82 °F
11 km/h7 mph
145 mm5.7 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
17 °C62 °F
27 °C80 °F
11 km/h7 mph
68 mm2.7 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
14 °C58 °F
26 °C79 °F
10 km/h6 mph
33 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in
May
11 °C51 °F
24 °C76 °F
10 km/h6 mph
6 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
9 °C48 °F
22 °C72 °F
10 km/h6 mph
7 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
8 °C47 °F
22 °C72 °F
10 km/h6 mph
6 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
11 °C52 °F
26 °C79 °F
11 km/h7 mph
3 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
14 °C58 °F
29 °C84 °F
12 km/h8 mph
5 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
16 °C61 °F
30 °C86 °F
13 km/h8 mph
17 mm0.7 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
18 °C64 °F
29 °C85 °F
12 km/h7 mph
94 mm3.7 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
18 °C65 °F
29 °C84 °F
11 km/h7 mph
159 mm6.3 in
0 cm0 in