Climate of Matabeleland North, Zimbabwe
Area-weighted average across Matabeleland North. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Matabeleland North, a subdivision of Zimbabwe, has a Mediterranean-style climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 15.9°C / 60.6°F in June to 25.6°C / 78.1°F in October, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in to 145 mm / 5.7 in depending on the season (610 mm / 24 in total across the year).
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23.7°C74.7°F | 145 mm5.7″ | Tropical |
| February | 23.4°C74.1°F | 127 mm5″ | Tropical |
| March | 23.1°C73.6°F | 70 mm2.8″ | — |
| April | 21.7°C71.1°F | 26 mm1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| May | 18.5°C65.3°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 15.9°C60.6°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 15.9°C60.6°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 18.6°C65.5°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 22.8°C73°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 25.6°C78.1°F | 22 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| November | 25°C77°F | 69 mm2.7″ | — |
| December | 24°C75.2°F | 142 mm5.6″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Matabeleland North?
The best months to visit Matabeleland North, Zimbabwe for sunny, dry weather are April, May, June, July, August, September, October. The warmest month is October at an area-wide average of 25.6°C / 78.1°F, and the driest is July with about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Matabeleland North?
Matabeleland North, Zimbabwe has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 15.9°C / 60.6°F in June to 25.6°C / 78.1°F in October. Annual rainfall averages about 610 mm / 24 in, with the wettest month being January (145 mm / 5.7 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 Matabeleland North?
The hottest month in Matabeleland North is October, with an area-wide average temperature of 25.6°C / 78.1°F.
What is the coldest month in Matabeleland North?
The coldest month in Matabeleland North is June, with an area-wide average temperature of 15.9°C / 60.6°F.
When does it rain most in Matabeleland North?
The wettest month in Matabeleland North is January, averaging about 145 mm / 5.7 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 0 mm / 0 in.