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April in Harare typically sees daytime highs of 26°C (79°F) and nighttime lows of 14°C (57°F). Expect some rainfall during the month.
If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, April is a great time to visit.
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47-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Harare typically stay consistent throughout April, with daily highs averaging around 26°C (79°F). Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 12°C (54°F) to 15°C (59°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Harare spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on weather observations in Harare between 2006 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during April.
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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).
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in April. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Some rain is possible, so pack something to handle light showers. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed
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