Climate of Harare, Zimbabwe
Area-weighted average across Harare. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Harare, a subdivision of Zimbabwe, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 13.6°C / 56.5°F in July to 21.4°C / 70.5°F in November, with rainfall from 1 mm / 0 in to 194 mm / 7.6 in depending on the season (824 mm / 32.4 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 | 20.9°C69.6°F | 194 mm7.6″ | — |
| February | 20.5°C68.9°F | 163 mm6.4″ | — |
| March | 20.3°C68.5°F | 101 mm4″ | — |
| April | 18.7°C65.7°F | 39 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 16.3°C61.3°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 13.8°C56.8°F | 2 mm0.1″ | — |
| July | 13.6°C56.5°F | 1 mm0″ | — |
| August | 15.7°C60.3°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 19.1°C66.4°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 21°C69.8°F | 32 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| November | 21.4°C70.5°F | 99 mm3.9″ | — |
| December | 20.8°C69.4°F | 176 mm6.9″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Harare?
The best months to visit Harare, Zimbabwe for sunny, dry weather are April, May, August, September, October. The warmest month is November at an area-wide average of 21.4°C / 70.5°F, and the driest is July with about 1 mm / 0 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Harare?
Harare, Zimbabwe has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 13.6°C / 56.5°F in July to 21.4°C / 70.5°F in November. Annual rainfall averages about 824 mm / 32.4 in, with the wettest month being January (194 mm / 7.6 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 Harare?
The hottest month in Harare is November, with an area-wide average temperature of 21.4°C / 70.5°F.
What is the coldest month in Harare?
The coldest month in Harare is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 13.6°C / 56.5°F.
When does it rain most in Harare?
The wettest month in Harare is January, averaging about 194 mm / 7.6 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 1 mm / 0 in.