Climate of Manicaland, Zimbabwe
Area-weighted average across Manicaland. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Manicaland, a subdivision of Zimbabwe, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 14.2°C / 57.6°F in July to 21.7°C / 71.1°F in January, with rainfall from 5 mm / 0.2 in to 171 mm / 6.7 in depending on the season (771 mm / 30.4 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 | 21.7°C71.1°F | 171 mm6.7″ | — |
| February | 21.5°C70.7°F | 150 mm5.9″ | — |
| March | 20.7°C69.3°F | 84 mm3.3″ | — |
| April | 19.3°C66.7°F | 34 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 16.8°C62.2°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 14.3°C57.7°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 14.2°C57.6°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 16.2°C61.2°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 19.1°C66.4°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 21.5°C70.7°F | 33 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| November | 21.6°C70.9°F | 91 mm3.6″ | — |
| December | 21.6°C70.9°F | 165 mm6.5″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Manicaland?
The best months to visit Manicaland, Zimbabwe for sunny, dry weather are April, May, June, July, August, September, October. The warmest month is January at an area-wide average of 21.7°C / 71.1°F, and the driest is July with about 5 mm / 0.2 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Manicaland?
Manicaland, Zimbabwe has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 14.2°C / 57.6°F in July to 21.7°C / 71.1°F in January. Annual rainfall averages about 771 mm / 30.4 in, with the wettest month being January (171 mm / 6.7 in) and the driest July (5 mm / 0.2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Manicaland?
The hottest month in Manicaland is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 21.7°C / 71.1°F.
What is the coldest month in Manicaland?
The coldest month in Manicaland is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 14.2°C / 57.6°F.
When does it rain most in Manicaland?
The wettest month in Manicaland is January, averaging about 171 mm / 6.7 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 5 mm / 0.2 in.