Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Zimbabwe in April.

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Planning a journey to Zimbabwe this April and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Zimbabwe in April

April in Zimbabwe generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is warm in Nyanga at 24°C (75°F) and very warm in Lower Zambezi National Park at 31°C (88°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 20°C (68°F) in Lower Zambezi National Park and 13°C (55°F) in Nyanga.

To explore the conditions in Zimbabwe in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Victoria Falls with an average of 21 mm (0.8 in) to moderate rainfall in Chipinge with 53 mm (2.1 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Harare enjoys approximately 250 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Zimbabwe in April

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Zimbabwe

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Zimbabwe?

Temperature range in Zimbabwe (April)

Precipitation variation in Zimbabwe (April)

Harare

In April Harare generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
250 hours
267 hours
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
8.9 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
6 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Harare →

Dete

In April Dete generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
4.5 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
4 days
a single day
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Dete →

Nyanga

In April Nyanga generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
123 mm (4.8 in)
52 mm (2 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
8 days
5 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Nyanga →

Bulawayo

In April Bulawayo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
254 hours
252 hours
279 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
7.4 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
4 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Bulawayo →

Mutare

In April Mutare generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
110 mm (4.3 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
7 days
4 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Mutare →

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Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Zimbabwe in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Harare 26°C (79°F) 14°C (57°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
Victoria Falls 30°C (86°F) 17°C (63°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)
Gokwe 29°C (84°F) 17°C (63°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Bulawayo 27°C (81°F) 14°C (57°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
Lower Zambezi National Park 31°C (88°F) 20°C (68°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Nyanga 24°C (75°F) 13°C (55°F) 52 mm (2 in)

Zimbabwe weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Zimbabwe in April?

April in Zimbabwe brings perfect weather. In Harare, daytime temperatures are typically around 26°C (79°F) and nighttime lows hover near 14°C (57°F).

What is the average temperature in Zimbabwe in April?

In Harare, the average daytime high in April is 26°C (79°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 14°C (57°F).

Does Zimbabwe get a lot of rain in April?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Zimbabwe during April, with Harare averaging close to 36 mm (1.4 in).

Is April a Good Time to Visit Zimbabwe?

We consider April to be one of the best times to travel to Zimbabwe. Typically, the climate in Harare is perfect.

On average, the best time to visit Zimbabwe is in March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November with generally perfect weather in Harare. On the other hand, the month of January tends to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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