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Zimbabwe Weather in February

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

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Considering a trip to Zimbabwe this February and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Zimbabwe in February

February 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 25°C (77°F) to very warm in Lower Zambezi National Park at 31°C (88°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C (72°F) in Lower Zambezi National Park and 17°C (63°F) in Nyanga.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Zimbabwe, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Bulawayo with an average of 126 mm (5 in) to heavy rainfall in Lower Zambezi National Park with 255 mm (10 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Harare sees close to 190 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Zimbabwe in February

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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 February for some of the most popular destinations in Zimbabwe?

Temperature range in Zimbabwe (February)

Precipitation variation in Zimbabwe (February)

Harare

In February 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 pleasant that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
217 hours
190 hours
235 hours
Monthly rainfall
216 mm (8.5 in)
162 mm (6.4 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Harare →

Dete

In February Dete generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
215 mm (8.5 in)
175 mm (6.9 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Dete →

Nyanga

In February Nyanga generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
274 mm (11 in)
202 mm (8 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Nyanga →

Bulawayo

In February Bulawayo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
243 hours
211 hours
254 hours
Monthly rainfall
139 mm (5.5 in)
126 mm (5 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
7 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Bulawayo →

Mutare

In February 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 pleasant that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
203 mm (8 in)
168 mm (6.6 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Mutare →

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Popular cities in February

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Harare 27°C (81°F) 17°C (63°F) 162 mm (6.4 in)
Victoria Falls 30°C (86°F) 20°C (68°F) 174 mm (6.9 in)
Gokwe 29°C (84°F) 19°C (66°F) 198 mm (7.8 in)
Bulawayo 28°C (82°F) 17°C (63°F) 126 mm (5 in)
Lower Zambezi National Park 31°C (88°F) 22°C (72°F) 255 mm (10 in)
Nyanga 25°C (77°F) 17°C (63°F) 202 mm (8 in)

Zimbabwe weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Zimbabwe in February?

In February, Zimbabwe generally has pleasant weather conditions. Harare sees daytime temperatures near 27°C (81°F), with nights cooling to roughly 17°C (63°F).

What is the average temperature in Zimbabwe in February?

Average temperatures in Zimbabwe during February range from a nighttime low near 17°C (63°F) to a daytime high around 27°C (81°F) in Harare.

Does Zimbabwe get a lot of rain in February?

Rainfall in Zimbabwe peaks during February. Harare averages roughly 162 mm (6.4 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Zimbabwe?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Harare, February might be a good time to visit Zimbabwe. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November provide perfect weather in Harare. On the other hand, the month of January tends to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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