Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe Weather in December

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

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Planning a trip to Zimbabwe this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect 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 Nyanga at 26°C (79°F) to very warm in Lower Zambezi National Park at 32°C (90°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Lower Zambezi National Park and 16°C (61°F) in Nyanga.

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 (5.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Lower Zambezi National Park with 262 mm (10 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Harare enjoys about 198 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Zimbabwe in December

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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 December for some of the most popular destinations in Zimbabwe?

Temperature range in Zimbabwe (December)

Precipitation variation in Zimbabwe (December)

Harare

In December Harare generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
207 hours
198 hours
217 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
193 mm (7.6 in)
216 mm (8.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Harare →

Dete

In December Dete generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
189 mm (7.4 in)
215 mm (8.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Dete →

Nyanga

In December Nyanga generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
129 mm (5.1 in)
249 mm (9.8 in)
274 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Nyanga →

Bulawayo

In December Bulawayo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
236 hours
224 hours
243 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
151 mm (5.9 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Bulawayo →

Mutare

In December Mutare generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
111 mm (4.4 in)
205 mm (8.1 in)
203 mm (8 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Mutare →

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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Harare 27°C (81°F) 17°C (63°F) 193 mm (7.6 in)
Victoria Falls 31°C (88°F) 20°C (68°F) 179 mm (7 in)
Gokwe 30°C (86°F) 20°C (68°F) 214 mm (8.4 in)
Bulawayo 29°C (84°F) 18°C (64°F) 151 mm (5.9 in)
Lower Zambezi National Park 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 262 mm (10 in)
Nyanga 26°C (79°F) 16°C (61°F) 249 mm (9.8 in)

Zimbabwe weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Zimbabwe in December?

Zimbabwe typically experiences tolerable weather in December, part of the season. Daytime highs in Harare average around 27°C (81°F), and temperatures drop to about 17°C (63°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Zimbabwe in December?

Daytime temperatures in Harare peak at roughly 27°C (81°F) in December, dropping to about 17°C (63°F) overnight.

Does Zimbabwe get a lot of rain in December?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Harare records an average of 193 mm (7.6 in) in December, putting it among the wetter months for Zimbabwe.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Zimbabwe?

In our opinion, December is a good time to visit Zimbabwe with overall tolerable weather in Harare. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

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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