Climate Insights for Kadoma

, Mashonaland West Province, Zimbabwe

Hottest
October
33°C peak
Coldest
July
10°C low
Wettest
February
192mm rain
Best to Visit
March, April, May
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Kadoma is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 748mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 192mm of rainfall. Kadoma 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: 30° Average: 24° Min: 19° Feb Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 19° Mar Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 18° Apr Max: 29° Average: 22° Min: 17° May Max: 26° Average: 19° Min: 13° Jun Max: 24° Average: 17° Min: 11° Jul Max: 24° Average: 17° Min: 10° Aug Max: 28° Average: 20° Min: 12° Sep Max: 31° Average: 23° Min: 15° Oct Max: 33° Average: 25° Min: 18° Nov Max: 32° Average: 25° Min: 20° Dec Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 20°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Kadoma vary considerably across the year, with a 23°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 25°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 July and August, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 187mm Feb Precipitation: 192mm Mar Precipitation: 68mm Apr Precipitation: 25mm May Precipitation: 4mm Jun Precipitation: 1mm Jul Precipitation: 1mm Aug Precipitation: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 1mm Oct Precipitation: 19mm Nov Precipitation: 78mm Dec Precipitation: 172mm
Precipitation

Kadoma is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 748mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 62mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 192mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0mm. That's 192mm 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: 3km/h Feb Wind Speed: 2km/h Mar Wind Speed: 3km/h Apr Wind Speed: 3km/h May Wind Speed: 3km/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

Kadoma 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. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

91 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Kadoma, which began on June 21, 2026. Kadoma 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 10°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 91 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 15 to 33°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 98mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. 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 19 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 551mm across the season with a monthly average of 184mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 13 to 29°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 96mm over the season and a monthly average of 32mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 10 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 24°
Feb 24°
Mar 23°
Apr 22°
May 19°
Jun 17°
Jul 17°
Aug 20°
Sep 23°
Oct 25°
Nov 25°
Dec 25°

The best time to visit Kadoma 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 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 14mm 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 Kadoma 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
30 °C
3 km/h
187 mm
0 cm
Feb
19 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
192 mm
0 cm
Mar
18 °C
29 °C
3 km/h
68 mm
0 cm
Apr
17 °C
29 °C
3 km/h
25 mm
0 cm
May
13 °C
26 °C
3 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
11 °C
24 °C
3 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Jul
10 °C
24 °C
3 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Aug
12 °C
28 °C
3 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Sep
15 °C
31 °C
3 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Oct
18 °C
33 °C
3 km/h
19 mm
0 cm
Nov
20 °C
32 °C
3 km/h
78 mm
0 cm
Dec
20 °C
30 °C
2 km/h
172 mm
0 cm
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