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Harare weather in October (Zimbabwe)

Looking to travel to Harare in October? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In Harare, October is characterized by high temperatures and low rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 29°C. But by evening, they drop to around 16°C. On average, it is the warmest month of the year. So be prepared and pack summer clothes. Embrace the warmth, but always stay equipped with your summer essentials to make the most of this toasty month.

Harare in October usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 29 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 5 days of the month will see rainfall.

The city usually sees around 282 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, October is one of the better months to visit Harare. March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Harare climate page with graphs.

 

Harare, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 16°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 16%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 29 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 5 days  
HumidityHumidity 48%  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 282 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Zimbabwe in October

Find out more about the weather in Zimbabwe in October and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in October.

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Harare.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Zimbabwe? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Zimbabwe. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.