Climate Insights for Mutare Airport

, Manicaland Province, Zimbabwe

Hottest
December
28°C peak
Coldest
July
9°C low
Wettest
January
150mm rain
Best to Visit
March, April, May
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Mutare Airport is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 20°C and approximately 709mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 150mm of rainfall. Mutare 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: December, October, November. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 9°C.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 18° Feb Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 18° Mar Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 17° Apr Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 15° May Max: 23° Average: 17° Min: 11° Jun Max: 21° Average: 15° Min: 9° Jul Max: 21° Average: 15° Min: 9° Aug Max: 24° Average: 17° Min: 11° Sep Max: 27° Average: 20° Min: 13° Oct Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 16° Nov Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 17° Dec Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 18°
Max
Average
Min

Mutare Airport sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 9°C to 28°C. The warmest month is December, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 9°C and an average of 15°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 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm 125mm 150mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 150mm Feb Precipitation: 128mm Mar Precipitation: 94mm Apr Precipitation: 42mm May Precipitation: 6mm Jun Precipitation: 6mm Jul Precipitation: 5mm Aug Precipitation: 5mm Sep Precipitation: 5mm Oct Precipitation: 32mm Nov Precipitation: 95mm Dec Precipitation: 140mm
Precipitation

Mutare Airport is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 709mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 59mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 150mm of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 5mm. That's 145mm 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: 13km/h Feb Wind Speed: 13km/h Mar Wind Speed: 12km/h Apr Wind Speed: 12km/h May Wind Speed: 11km/h Jun Wind Speed: 11km/h Jul Wind Speed: 12km/h Aug Wind Speed: 14km/h Sep Wind Speed: 16km/h Oct Wind Speed: 16km/h Nov Wind Speed: 15km/h Dec Wind Speed: 14km/h
Wind Speed

Mutare Airport is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/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 16km/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. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/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 Mutare Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Mutare 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 December at around 28°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 9°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 13 to 28°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 132mm over the season and a monthly average of 44mm. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 18 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 418mm across the season with a monthly average of 139mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 11 to 26°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 142mm over the season and a monthly average of 47mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 9 to 24°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 16mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 22°
Feb 22°
Mar 21°
Apr 20°
May 17°
Jun 15°
Jul 15°
Aug 17°
Sep 20°
Oct 22°
Nov 22°
Dec 23°

The best time to visit Mutare Airport 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 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 36mm per month. By contrast, December can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 28°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 9°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Mutare 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
18 °C
27 °C
13 km/h
150 mm
0 cm
Feb
18 °C
27 °C
13 km/h
128 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
17 °C
26 °C
12 km/h
94 mm
0 cm
Apr
15 °C
25 °C
12 km/h
42 mm
0 cm
May
11 °C
23 °C
11 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Jun
9 °C
21 °C
11 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Jul
9 °C
21 °C
12 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Aug
11 °C
24 °C
14 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Sep
13 °C
27 °C
16 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Oct
16 °C
28 °C
16 km/h
32 mm
0 cm
Nov
17 °C
28 °C
15 km/h
95 mm
0 cm
Dec
18 °C
28 °C
14 km/h
140 mm
0 cm
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