Climate Insights for Wedza

Mashonaland East Province, Zimbabwe

Hottest
October
28°C peak83°F peak
Coldest
July
7°C low45°F low
Wettest
January
215 mm rain8.5 in rain
Best to Visit
March, April, May
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Wedza is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 812 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 215 mm of rainfall. Wedza 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 7°C.The climate in Wedza is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 66°F and approximately 32 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 8.5 in of rainfall. Wedza 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 45°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 17°FebMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 17°MarMax: 26°Average: 20°Min: 16°AprMax: 24°Average: 19°Min: 13°MayMax: 23°Average: 16°Min: 10°JunMax: 20°Average: 14°Min: 8°JulMax: 20°Average: 14°Min: 7°AugMax: 24°Average: 17°Min: 10°SepMax: 27°Average: 20°Min: 13°OctMax: 28°Average: 21°Min: 15°NovMax: 27°Average: 22°Min: 16°DecMax: 27°Average: 22°Min: 17°
Max
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 78°FAverage: 70°FMin: 62°FFebMax: 79°FAverage: 70°FMin: 62°FMarMax: 78°FAverage: 68°FMin: 60°FAprMax: 76°FAverage: 65°FMin: 56°FMayMax: 73°FAverage: 61°FMin: 50°FJunMax: 69°FAverage: 57°FMin: 47°FJulMax: 69°FAverage: 56°FMin: 45°FAugMax: 75°FAverage: 62°FMin: 49°FSepMax: 81°FAverage: 68°FMin: 55°FOctMax: 83°FAverage: 71°FMin: 58°FNovMax: 81°FAverage: 71°FMin: 61°FDecMax: 81°FAverage: 71°FMin: 62°F
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Temperatures in Wedza vary considerably across the year, with a 21°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 7°C and an average of 14°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 3°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Wedza vary considerably across the year, with a 38°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 83°F and the mean temperature sits around 71°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 45°F and an average of 56°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 21°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 6°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 215mmFebPrecipitation: 138mmMarPrecipitation: 71mmAprPrecipitation: 42mmMayPrecipitation: 6mmJunPrecipitation: 4mmJulPrecipitation: 4mmAugPrecipitation: 2mmSepPrecipitation: 2mmOctPrecipitation: 30mmNovPrecipitation: 120mmDecPrecipitation: 178mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 8.5inFebPrecipitation: 5.5inMarPrecipitation: 2.8inAprPrecipitation: 1.6inMayPrecipitation: 0.2inJunPrecipitation: 0.2inJulPrecipitation: 0.1inAugPrecipitation: 0.1inSepPrecipitation: 0.1inOctPrecipitation: 1.2inNovPrecipitation: 4.7inDecPrecipitation: 7in
Precipitation

Wedza is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 812 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 68 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 215 mm of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 2 mm. That's 213 mm 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.Wedza is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 32 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.7 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 8.5 in of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.1 in. That's 8.4 in 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/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 11km/hFebWind Speed: 10km/hMarWind Speed: 11km/hAprWind Speed: 10km/hMayWind Speed: 10km/hJunWind Speed: 10km/hJulWind Speed: 11km/hAugWind Speed: 11km/hSepWind Speed: 12km/hOctWind Speed: 12km/hNovWind Speed: 10km/hDecWind Speed: 10km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7mphFebWind Speed: 6mphMarWind Speed: 7mphAprWind Speed: 6mphMayWind Speed: 6mphJunWind Speed: 6mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 7mphOctWind Speed: 7mphNovWind Speed: 6mphDecWind Speed: 6mph
Wind Speed

Wedza 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 September, averaging 12km/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 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Wedza 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 September, averaging 7mph, though still comfortable for most 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 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan21°70°F
Feb21°70°F
Mar20°68°F
Apr19°65°F
May16°61°F
Jun14°57°F
Jul14°56°F
Aug17°62°F
Sep20°68°F
Oct21°71°F
Nov22°71°F
Dec22°71°F

The best time to visit Wedza is during March, April, May, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 25 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 7°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Wedza is during March, April, May, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 66°F with modest rainfall averaging 1 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 45°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 Wedza 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 Wedza 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
17 °C62 °F
26 °C78 °F
11 km/h7 mph
215 mm8.5 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
17 °C62 °F
26 °C79 °F
10 km/h6 mph
138 mm5.5 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
16 °C60 °F
26 °C78 °F
11 km/h7 mph
71 mm2.8 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
13 °C56 °F
24 °C76 °F
10 km/h6 mph
42 mm1.6 in
0 cm0 in
May
10 °C50 °F
23 °C73 °F
10 km/h6 mph
6 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
8 °C47 °F
20 °C69 °F
10 km/h6 mph
4 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
7 °C45 °F
20 °C69 °F
11 km/h7 mph
4 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
10 °C49 °F
24 °C75 °F
11 km/h7 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
13 °C55 °F
27 °C81 °F
12 km/h7 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
15 °C58 °F
28 °C83 °F
12 km/h7 mph
30 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
16 °C61 °F
27 °C81 °F
10 km/h6 mph
120 mm4.7 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
17 °C62 °F
27 °C81 °F
10 km/h6 mph
178 mm7 in
0 cm0 in