Climate of Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Area-weighted average across Bulawayo. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Bulawayo, a subdivision of Zimbabwe, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 14.1°C / 57.4°F in June to 22.2°C / 72°F in November, with rainfall from 1 mm / 0 in to 136 mm / 5.4 in depending on the season (594 mm / 23.4 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21.8°C71.2°F | 136 mm5.4″ | — |
| February | 21.4°C70.5°F | 108 mm4.3″ | — |
| March | 21°C69.8°F | 65 mm2.6″ | — |
| April | 19.2°C66.6°F | 27 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 16.5°C61.7°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 14.1°C57.4°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 14.1°C57.4°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 16.6°C61.9°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 20.2°C68.4°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| October | 22.1°C71.8°F | 30 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Warm |
| November | 22.2°C72°F | 85 mm3.3″ | — |
| December | 21.8°C71.2°F | 127 mm5″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Bulawayo?
The best months to visit Bulawayo, Zimbabwe for sunny, dry weather are April, May, June, July, August, September, October. The warmest month is November at an area-wide average of 22.2°C / 72°F, and the driest is July with about 1 mm / 0 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Bulawayo?
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 14.1°C / 57.4°F in June to 22.2°C / 72°F in November. Annual rainfall averages about 594 mm / 23.4 in, with the wettest month being January (136 mm / 5.4 in) and the driest July (1 mm / 0 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Bulawayo?
The hottest month in Bulawayo is November, with an area-wide average temperature of 22.2°C / 72°F.
What is the coldest month in Bulawayo?
The coldest month in Bulawayo is June, with an area-wide average temperature of 14.1°C / 57.4°F.
When does it rain most in Bulawayo?
The wettest month in Bulawayo is January, averaging about 136 mm / 5.4 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 1 mm / 0 in.