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Zimbabwe Weather in August

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

Planning a journey to Zimbabwe this August 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 August

August in Zimbabwe generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 22°C (72°F) in Nyanga to 30°C (86°F) in Lower Zambezi National Park. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 16°C (61°F) in Lower Zambezi National Park and 10°C (50°F) in Nyanga.

For specific regional insights in Zimbabwe, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Victoria Falls with an average of 0.2 mm (0.01 in) to low rainfall in Chipinge with 9.3 mm (0.4 in). Going by our weather data, this month in Harare usually has the least rain, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in August. Harare typically receives 291 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Zimbabwe in August

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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).

Popular Destinations in Zimbabwe

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

Temperature range in Zimbabwe (August)

Precipitation variation in Zimbabwe (August)

Harare

In August Harare generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
273 hours
291 hours
282 hours
Monthly rainfall
2.3 mm (0.1 in)
1.4 mm (0.1 in)
4.3 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
2 days
Weather conditions

Dete

In August Dete generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
29°C (84°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
1.3 mm (0.1 in)
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
3.3 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
a single day
Weather conditions

Nyanga

In August Nyanga generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
9.6 mm (0.4 in)
7.9 mm (0.3 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
4 days
2 days
Weather conditions

Bulawayo

In August Bulawayo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
288 hours
301 hours
288 hours
Monthly rainfall
4.9 mm (0.2 in)
1.7 mm (0.1 in)
6.8 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions

Mutare

In August Mutare generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly rainfall
13 mm (0.5 in)
8.3 mm (0.3 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
4 days
3 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Harare 25°C (77°F) 10°C (50°F) 1.4 mm (0.1 in)
Victoria Falls 30°C (86°F) 13°C (55°F) 0.2 mm (0.01 in)
Gokwe 28°C (82°F) 13°C (55°F) 0.4 mm (0.02 in)
Bulawayo 26°C (79°F) 10°C (50°F) 1.7 mm (0.1 in)
Lower Zambezi National Park 30°C (86°F) 16°C (61°F) 1.1 mm (0.04 in)
Nyanga 22°C (72°F) 10°C (50°F) 7.9 mm (0.3 in)

Zimbabwe weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Zimbabwe in August?

In August, Zimbabwe generally has perfect weather conditions. Harare sees daytime temperatures near 25°C (77°F), with nights cooling to roughly 10°C (50°F).

What is the average temperature in Zimbabwe in August?

Harare averages a daytime maximum of 25°C (77°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 10°C (50°F).

Does Zimbabwe get a lot of rain in August?

Not particularly. Harare averages just 1.4 mm (0.1 in) of rain in August, making it a mostly dry month for Zimbabwe.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Zimbabwe?

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November offering mostly perfect weather in Harare. In contrast, January tends to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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