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Chinhoyi Weather in December

December in Chinhoyi brings high temperatures around 29°C (84°F) during the day, dropping to 19°C (66°F) at night, and as part of the rainy season, heavy rainfall is common.

Rainfall in Chinhoyi in December

As part of the rainy season, Chinhoyi sees around 15 days of rain in December, with an average of 189 mm (7.4 in). With rain on many days and solid totals, showers are frequent and often moderately heavy. Waterproof gear is a sensible idea.

Temperature in Chinhoyi in December

December in Chinhoyi brings high temperatures, with highs of 29°C (84°F) and nights around 19°C (66°F). This gives the month a fairly typical daily rhythm, with warmer afternoons and more comfortable nights. Nights drop to around 19°C (66°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.

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Chinhoyi Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 19°C (66°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C (84°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 189 mm (7.4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 67%  

Daily Historical Temperatures

31-year average (1988-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Chinhoyi typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 29°C (84°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 20°C (68°F).

Average temperatures in December

Historical weather for Chinhoyi in December

Browse day-by-day weather records for Chinhoyi spanning 40 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Chinhoyi historical weather extremes in December

Based on 19 years of weather observations (2006-2025), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Chinhoyi.

  • The hottest December day on record in Chinhoyi reached 37°C (99°F) (December 14, 2024).
  • Chinhoyi experienced its chilliest December day on December 30, 2007, reaching only 20°C (68°F).
  • The coldest night in December in Chinhoyi was on December 3, 2022, with a minimum of 15°C (59°F).
  • The wettest December day on record brought 59 mm (2.3 in) of precipitation to Chinhoyi (December 28, 2023).

Best Places in Zimbabwe in December

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Chinhoyi in December

Warm but pleasant conditions in Chinhoyi in December. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions.

What To Do in Chinhoyi in December

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

Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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