Climate of Matabeleland South, Zimbabwe
Area-weighted average across Matabeleland South. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Matabeleland South, a subdivision of Zimbabwe, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 14.6°C / 58.3°F in June to 24°C / 75.2°F in January, with rainfall from 1 mm / 0 in to 106 mm / 4.2 in depending on the season (493 mm / 19.4 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 | 24°C75.2°F | 106 mm4.2″ | — |
| February | 23.4°C74.1°F | 94 mm3.7″ | — |
| March | 22.6°C72.7°F | 54 mm2.1″ | — |
| April | 20.7°C69.3°F | 27 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| May | 17.5°C63.5°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 14.6°C58.3°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 14.7°C58.5°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 17.3°C63.1°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 20.9°C69.6°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| October | 23.6°C74.5°F | 25 mm1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| November | 23.8°C74.8°F | 71 mm2.8″ | — |
| December | 23.9°C75°F | 95 mm3.7″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Matabeleland South?
The best months to visit Matabeleland South, 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°C / 75.2°F, and the driest is July with about 1 mm / 0 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Matabeleland South?
Matabeleland South, Zimbabwe has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 14.6°C / 58.3°F in June to 24°C / 75.2°F in January. Annual rainfall averages about 493 mm / 19.4 in, with the wettest month being January (106 mm / 4.2 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 Matabeleland South?
The hottest month in Matabeleland South is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 24°C / 75.2°F.
What is the coldest month in Matabeleland South?
The coldest month in Matabeleland South is June, with an area-wide average temperature of 14.6°C / 58.3°F.
When does it rain most in Matabeleland South?
The wettest month in Matabeleland South is January, averaging about 106 mm / 4.2 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 1 mm / 0 in.