Bulawayo Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
The climate in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, sees a moderate range of temperatures across the year, from 31°C (88°F) in October down to 23°C (73°F) in July.
The city receives around 654 mm (26 in) of rainfall per year. It experiences a distinct dry season from April to October. December is the wettest month and August the driest. August is the sunniest month, averaging 10.0 hours of sunshine per day.
Monthly Temperature in Bulawayo
In Bulawayo, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C (88°F) in October to a comfortable 23°C (73°F) in July.
Nighttime temperatures range from 18°C (64°F) in October to 8°C (46°F) in July.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Bulawayo
On average, Bulawayo receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 654 mm (26 in). The seasons in Bulawayo bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, December, receives high rainfall, with an average of 151 mm (5.9 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 12 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, August, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 1.7 mm (0.1 in) over a single rainy day. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Bulawayo Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Bulawayo
Bulawayo enjoys sunny spells year-round. August sees up to 10.0 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. February, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 7.0 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Bulawayo by Month
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Bulawayo.
The city experiences its highest humidity in February, reaching 71%. In September, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 42%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Bulawayo
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 3 m/s (6 knots) to 4 m/s (8 knots). It is lower in January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December and higher in July, August, September and October. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Bulawayo 3-Day Forecast
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