Climate of Masvingo, Zimbabwe
Area-weighted average across Masvingo. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Masvingo, a subdivision of Zimbabwe, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 16°C / 60.8°F in June to 24.7°C / 76.5°F in January, with rainfall from 4 mm / 0.2 in to 127 mm / 5 in depending on the season (607 mm / 23.9 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 | 24.7°C76.5°F | 127 mm5″ | Tropical |
| February | 24.1°C75.4°F | 117 mm4.6″ | Tropical |
| March | 23.2°C73.8°F | 64 mm2.5″ | — |
| April | 21.5°C70.7°F | 29 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| May | 18.6°C65.5°F | 12 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 16°C60.8°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 16°C60.8°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 18.2°C64.8°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 21.3°C70.3°F | 11 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| October | 23.8°C74.8°F | 28 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| November | 24.3°C75.7°F | 77 mm3″ | — |
| December | 24.5°C76.1°F | 125 mm4.9″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Masvingo?
The best months to visit Masvingo, Zimbabwe for sunny, dry weather are April, May, June, July, August, September, October. The warmest month is January at an area-wide average of 24.7°C / 76.5°F, and the driest is July with about 4 mm / 0.2 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Masvingo?
Masvingo, Zimbabwe has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 16°C / 60.8°F in June to 24.7°C / 76.5°F in January. Annual rainfall averages about 607 mm / 23.9 in, with the wettest month being January (127 mm / 5 in) and the driest July (4 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 Masvingo?
The hottest month in Masvingo is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 24.7°C / 76.5°F.
What is the coldest month in Masvingo?
The coldest month in Masvingo is June, with an area-wide average temperature of 16°C / 60.8°F.
When does it rain most in Masvingo?
The wettest month in Masvingo is January, averaging about 127 mm / 5 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 4 mm / 0.2 in.