Climate Insights for Victoria Falls Airport

, Matabeleland North Province, Zimbabwe

Hottest
October
34°C peak
Coldest
July
10°C low
Wettest
January
222mm rain
Best to Visit
March, April, May
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Victoria Falls Airport is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 718mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 222mm of rainfall. Victoria Falls 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: October, September, November. 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: 29° Average: 24° Min: 20° Feb Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 20° Mar Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 19° Apr Max: 29° Average: 22° Min: 17° May Max: 27° Average: 20° Min: 13° Jun Max: 25° Average: 17° Min: 10° Jul Max: 25° Average: 17° Min: 10° Aug Max: 29° Average: 21° Min: 13° Sep Max: 33° Average: 25° Min: 17° Oct Max: 34° Average: 27° Min: 20° Nov Max: 33° Average: 27° Min: 21° Dec Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 20°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Victoria Falls Airport vary considerably across the year, with a 24°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 34°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°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 13°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: 222mm Feb Precipitation: 171mm Mar Precipitation: 84mm Apr Precipitation: 29mm May Precipitation: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 6mm Nov Precipitation: 62mm Dec Precipitation: 142mm
Precipitation

Victoria Falls Airport is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 718mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 60mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 222mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0mm. That's 222mm 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: 14km/h Apr Wind Speed: 14km/h May Wind Speed: 14km/h Jun Wind Speed: 14km/h Jul Wind Speed: 15km/h Aug Wind Speed: 16km/h Sep Wind Speed: 18km/h Oct Wind Speed: 19km/h Nov Wind Speed: 16km/h Dec Wind Speed: 14km/h
Wind Speed

Victoria Falls Airport 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 19km/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 5km/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 Victoria Falls Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Victoria Falls 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 October at around 34°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 17 to 34°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 69mm over the season and a monthly average of 23mm. 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 20 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 535mm across the season with a monthly average of 178mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 13 to 30°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 113mm over the season and a monthly average of 38mm. 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 29°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 1mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 24°
Feb 24°
Mar 24°
Apr 22°
May 20°
Jun 17°
Jul 17°
Aug 21°
Sep 25°
Oct 27°
Nov 27°
Dec 25°

The best time to visit Victoria Falls 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 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 16mm per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 34°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 Victoria Falls 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
20 °C
29 °C
14 km/h
222 mm
0 cm
Feb
20 °C
29 °C
14 km/h
171 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
19 °C
30 °C
14 km/h
84 mm
0 cm
Apr
17 °C
29 °C
14 km/h
29 mm
0 cm
May
13 °C
27 °C
14 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Jun
10 °C
25 °C
14 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Jul
10 °C
25 °C
15 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Aug
13 °C
29 °C
16 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Sep
17 °C
33 °C
18 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Oct
20 °C
34 °C
19 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Nov
21 °C
33 °C
16 km/h
62 mm
0 cm
Dec
20 °C
31 °C
14 km/h
142 mm
0 cm
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