Climate of Mashonaland West, Zimbabwe
Area-weighted average across Mashonaland West. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Mashonaland West, a subdivision of Zimbabwe, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 16.2°C / 61.2°F in July to 24.7°C / 76.5°F in October, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in to 187 mm / 7.4 in depending on the season (768 mm / 30.2 in total across the year). See the 2 cities 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 | 23°C73.4°F | 187 mm7.4″ | Tropical |
| February | 22.7°C72.9°F | 166 mm6.5″ | Tropical |
| March | 22.4°C72.3°F | 94 mm3.7″ | Tropical |
| April | 21.2°C70.2°F | 31 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| May | 18.6°C65.5°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 16.3°C61.3°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 16.2°C61.2°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 18.5°C65.3°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 22.1°C71.8°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 24.7°C76.5°F | 21 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Warm |
| November | 24.3°C75.7°F | 80 mm3.1″ | Tropical |
| December | 23°C73.4°F | 179 mm7″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Mashonaland West?
The best months to visit Mashonaland West, Zimbabwe for sunny, dry weather are April, May, June, July, August, September, October. The warmest month is October at an area-wide average of 24.7°C / 76.5°F, and the driest is July with about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Mashonaland West?
Mashonaland West, Zimbabwe has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 16.2°C / 61.2°F in July to 24.7°C / 76.5°F in October. Annual rainfall averages about 768 mm / 30.2 in, with the wettest month being January (187 mm / 7.4 in) and the driest July (0 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 Mashonaland West?
The hottest month in Mashonaland West is October, with an area-wide average temperature of 24.7°C / 76.5°F.
What is the coldest month in Mashonaland West?
The coldest month in Mashonaland West is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 16.2°C / 61.2°F.
When does it rain most in Mashonaland West?
The wettest month in Mashonaland West is January, averaging about 187 mm / 7.4 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 0 mm / 0 in.