Bulawayo weather in December (Zimbabwe)

Can you expect sunny skies in Bulawayo in December? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Bulawayo includes high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 29°C. But by evening, they drop to around 18°C.

Precipitation

Bulawayo in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 151 mm for the month. Expect the heaviest rain of the year this month, often arriving in intense bursts. A poncho is essential for keeping dry. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 12 days with rain.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 224 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Bulawayo. March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Bulawayo, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 18°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 41%  

Precipitation 151 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 69%  

Windspeed 11 km/h  

Sunshine 224 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Zimbabwe in December

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

Weather conditions Weather

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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. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Swimming

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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