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Thinking of visiting Bulawayo in December? Expect high temperatures reaching 29°C (84°F) during the day, dropping to 18°C (64°F) at night, and be prepared for the wettest month of the year.
Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm, March, April, May, June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.
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46-year average (1977-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Bulawayo typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 29°C (84°F). Nights are pleasant, with lows around 17°C (63°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Bulawayo spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 19 years of weather observations (2006-2025), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Bulawayo.
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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 but pleasant conditions in Bulawayo 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. 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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