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February in Bulawayo brings high temperatures around 28°C (82°F) during the day, dropping to 17°C (63°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 126 mm (5 in) for the month.
For Bulawayo itself, March, April, May, June, July and August generally stand out with the best 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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44-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Bulawayo typically stay consistent throughout February, with daily highs averaging around 28°C (82°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 weather observations in Bulawayo between 2005 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during February.
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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 February. 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). High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed
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