Harare weather in October (Zimbabwe)

What does the weather outlook for Harare look like in October? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

The weather in Harare during October is usually perfect, offering high temperatures and low rainfall. Anticipate daytime highs near 29°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 16°C. The warmest month of the year calls for summer outfits and sun protection. Enjoy the heat but make sure to stay cool and hydrated.

Precipitation

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.

Average sunshine

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 Temperature 16°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 16%  

Precipitation 29 mm  

Rainy days 5 days  

Humidity 48%  

Windspeed 11 km/h  

Sunshine 282 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Zimbabwe in October

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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.

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.

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