Capital city, Zimbabwe
Harare weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Harare
May–Aug is dry and mild, with cool nights in Jun–Jul. Sep–Oct is hot. Nov–Mar is the rainy season with afternoon storms.
Harare weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan26°180 mm
- Feb26°133 mm
- Mar26°94 mm
- Apr25°31 mm
- May23°7 mm
- Jun21°3 mm
- Jul21°19 mm
- Aug24°2 mm
- Sep28°5 mm
- Oct30°25 mm
- Nov29°94 mm
- Dec27°195 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C80°F | 15°C60°F | 180 mm | 73% | Rainy |
| February | 26°C79°F | 15°C59°F | 133 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| March | 26°C79°F | 14°C57°F | 94 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| April | 25°C77°F | 11°C53°F | 31 mm | 68% | Pleasant |
| May | 23°C74°F | 8°C47°F | 7 mm | 61% | Pleasant |
| June | 21°C70°F | 6°C43°F | 3 mm | 61% | Pleasant |
| July | 21°C69°F | 6°C42°F | 19 mm | 59% | Pleasant |
| August | 24°C76°F | 8°C46°F | 2 mm | 50% | Pleasant |
| September | 28°C83°F | 11°C51°F | 5 mm | 44% | Pleasant |
| October | 30°C87°F | 14°C57°F | 25 mm | 46% | Pleasant |
| November | 29°C85°F | 15°C60°F | 94 mm | 56% | Pleasant |
| December | 27°C80°F | 16°C60°F | 195 mm | 71% | Rainy |
Best months across Zimbabwe
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Victoria Falls | May–Oct | Oct (36°C) |
| Harare | May–Sep | Oct (30°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Harare?
May–Sep. May–Aug is dry and mild, with cool nights in Jun–Jul. Sep–Oct is hot. Nov–Mar is the rainy season with afternoon storms.
When is the rainy season in Harare?
Rain peaks in December with about 195 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Dec–Jan.
What is the hottest month in Harare?
October, with average highs of 30°C (87°F).
How cold does Harare get?
The coolest nights are in July, averaging 6°C (42°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.