Climate Insights for Raffingora

, Mashonaland West Province, Zimbabwe

Hottest
October
32°C peak
Coldest
July
10°C low
Wettest
January
240mm rain
Best to Visit
March, April, May
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Raffingora is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 741mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 240mm of rainfall. Raffingora 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: 27° Average: 23° Min: 19° Feb Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Mar Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 18° Apr Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 16° May Max: 26° Average: 19° Min: 12° Jun Max: 24° Average: 17° Min: 10° Jul Max: 24° Average: 16° Min: 10° Aug Max: 27° Average: 19° Min: 12° Sep Max: 30° Average: 23° Min: 15° Oct Max: 32° Average: 25° Min: 18° Nov Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 19° Dec Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 20°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Raffingora 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 25°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 10°C and an average of 16°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: 240mm Feb Precipitation: 149mm Mar Precipitation: 78mm Apr Precipitation: 37mm May Precipitation: 2mm Jun Precipitation: 1mm Jul Precipitation: 1mm Aug Precipitation: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 1mm Oct Precipitation: 11mm Nov Precipitation: 73mm Dec Precipitation: 148mm
Precipitation

Raffingora is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 741mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 62mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 240mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0mm. That's 240mm 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: 12km/h Jun Wind Speed: 12km/h Jul Wind Speed: 13km/h Aug Wind Speed: 14km/h Sep Wind Speed: 17km/h Oct Wind Speed: 18km/h Nov Wind Speed: 16km/h Dec Wind Speed: 14km/h
Wind Speed

Raffingora is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/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 18km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 12km/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 Raffingora, which began on March 20, 2026. Raffingora 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 15 to 32°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 85mm over the season and a monthly average of 28mm. 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 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 537mm across the season with a monthly average of 179mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 12 to 28°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 117mm over the season and a monthly average of 39mm. 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 10 to 27°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 2mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/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 23°
Mar 23°
Apr 21°
May 19°
Jun 17°
Jul 16°
Aug 19°
Sep 23°
Oct 25°
Nov 25°
Dec 24°

The best time to visit Raffingora is during March, April, May, June, July, August, September and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 24mm 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 Raffingora 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
27 °C
13 km/h
240 mm
0 cm
Feb
19 °C
28 °C
13 km/h
149 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
18 °C
28 °C
12 km/h
78 mm
0 cm
Apr
16 °C
27 °C
12 km/h
37 mm
0 cm
May
12 °C
26 °C
12 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Jun
10 °C
24 °C
12 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Jul
10 °C
24 °C
13 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Aug
12 °C
27 °C
14 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Sep
15 °C
30 °C
17 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Oct
18 °C
32 °C
18 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Nov
19 °C
31 °C
16 km/h
73 mm
0 cm
Dec
20 °C
29 °C
14 km/h
148 mm
0 cm
Airpult

Get accurate weather forecasts worldwide with real-time updates and severe weather alerts. Covering 6M+ locations with precise, reliable weather data.

© 2026 Samuenti GmbH. All rights reserved.

gb English
Metric (°C, km/h)