Best Time to Visit Harare, Harare, Zimbabwe
Harare is at its sunniest and driest in April–October.
The best time to visit Harare for sunny, dry weather is April–June and August–October — 6 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through April–October; the wetter half falls in November–March. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 13.8°C / 56.8°F in July to 21.5°C / 70.7°F in November, with rainfall from 2 mm / 0.1 in (June) to 203 mm / 8 in (January). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Harare, Harare, Zimbabwe's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Harare's climate is broadly mild oceanic. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| April | 18.9°C66°F | 39 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 16.6°C61.9°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 14.1°C57.4°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 15.8°C60.4°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 19.1°C66.4°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 21°C69.8°F | 33 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Harare?
The best time to visit Harare for sunny, dry weather is April, May, June, August, September, October. At the city itself, the warmest month is November averaging 21.5°C / 70.7°F, and the driest is June with about 2 mm / 0.1 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Harare's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Harare?
The rainy season at Harare, Harare runs through November–March, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 39 mm / 1.5 in. The wettest single month is January (203 mm / 8 in).
What is the driest month in Harare?
The driest month in Harare is June, averaging about 2 mm / 0.1 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 14.1°C / 57.4°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Harare?
The least comfortable months for travel to Harare — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, May, June, July, August, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 203 mm / 8 in in January, and the coldest month averages 13.8°C / 56.8°F.
Is Harare climate different from Zimbabwe overall?
Yes, usually. Our Harare figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Zimbabwe figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Harare specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.