Climate Insights for Chakari

, Mashonaland West Province, Zimbabwe

Hottest
October
33°C peak
Coldest
July
11°C low
Wettest
February
225mm rain
Best to Visit
March, April, May
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Chakari is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 863mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 225mm of rainfall. Chakari 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 11°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 20° Feb Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 20° Mar Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 19° Apr Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 17° May Max: 27° Average: 20° Min: 14° Jun Max: 25° Average: 18° Min: 12° Jul Max: 25° Average: 17° Min: 11° Aug Max: 28° Average: 21° Min: 13° Sep Max: 32° Average: 24° Min: 16° Oct Max: 33° Average: 26° Min: 19° Nov Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 20° Dec Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 20°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Chakari 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 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 11°C and an average of 17°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.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 222mm Feb Precipitation: 225mm Mar Precipitation: 85mm Apr Precipitation: 32mm May Precipitation: 4mm Jun Precipitation: 1mm Jul Precipitation: 1mm Aug Precipitation: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 1mm Oct Precipitation: 16mm Nov Precipitation: 97mm Dec Precipitation: 178mm
Precipitation

Chakari is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 863mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 72mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 225mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0mm. That's 224mm less than February, 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 2km/h Feb Wind Speed: 2km/h Mar Wind Speed: 2km/h Apr Wind Speed: 2km/h May Wind Speed: 2km/h Jun Wind Speed: 3km/h Jul Wind Speed: 3km/h Aug Wind Speed: 3km/h Sep Wind Speed: 3km/h Oct Wind Speed: 3km/h Nov Wind Speed: 3km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Chakari is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/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 3km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

92 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Chakari, which began on June 21, 2026. Chakari 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 33°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 11°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 16 to 33°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 114mm over the season and a monthly average of 38mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/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 625mm across the season with a monthly average of 208mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 14 to 29°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 121mm over the season and a monthly average of 40mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 11 to 28°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 3mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 25°
Feb 24°
Mar 24°
Apr 23°
May 20°
Jun 18°
Jul 17°
Aug 21°
Sep 24°
Oct 26°
Nov 26°
Dec 25°

The best time to visit Chakari 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 18mm per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 33°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 Chakari 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
30 °C
2 km/h
222 mm
0 cm
Feb
20 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
225 mm
0 cm
Mar
19 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
85 mm
0 cm
Apr
17 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
32 mm
0 cm
May
14 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
12 °C
25 °C
3 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Jul
11 °C
25 °C
3 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Aug
13 °C
28 °C
3 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Sep
16 °C
32 °C
3 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Oct
19 °C
33 °C
3 km/h
16 mm
0 cm
Nov
20 °C
32 °C
3 km/h
97 mm
0 cm
Dec
20 °C
31 °C
2 km/h
178 mm
0 cm
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