Weather in December in Zimbabwe
Planning a trip to Zimbabwe this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:
What is the weather like in Zimbabwe in December?
December in Zimbabwe generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.
Temperatures
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Harare at 27°C to very warm in Lower Zambezi National Park at 32°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C in Lower Zambezi National Park and 17°C in Harare.For specific regional insights in Zimbabwe, refer to the map provided below.
Precipitation
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Bulawayo with an average of 151 mm to heavy rainfall in Lower Zambezi National Park with 262 mm.Average sunshine
The city Harare usually sees around 198 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.For a more detailed look at Zimbabwe's conditions throughout the year, check out our Zimbabwe climate page.
Where to go in Zimbabwe in December
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Check the conditions for any month of the year.
For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Zimbabwe, check out our Zimbabwe's climate page.
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in Zimbabwe?
Harare
In December Harare generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Bulawayo
In December Bulawayo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
Mutare
In December Mutare generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Gweru
In December Gweru generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Kwekwe
In December Kwekwe generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Zimbabwe.
Is December the best time to visit Zimbabwe?
In our opinion, December is a good time to visit Zimbabwe with overall tolerable weather in Harare.
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 weather in January tends to be unpleasant.
Interested in more climate information?
We have much more information about the climate in Zimbabwe.
Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to Zimbabwe? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in Zimbabwe.
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