Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe Weather in March

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

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Planning a journey to Zimbabwe this March 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 March

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

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between 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 16°C (61°F) in Nyanga.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Kwekwe with an average of 69 mm (2.7 in) to high rainfall in Lower Zambezi National Park with 148 mm (5.8 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in March. Harare typically receives 235 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Zimbabwe in March

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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 March for some of the most popular destinations in Zimbabwe?

Temperature range in Zimbabwe (March)

Precipitation variation in Zimbabwe (March)

Harare

In March Harare generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
190 hours
235 hours
250 hours
Monthly rainfall
162 mm (6.4 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
10 days
6 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Harare →

Dete

In March Dete generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
175 mm (6.9 in)
102 mm (4 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
9 days
4 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Dete →

Nyanga

In March Nyanga generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
202 mm (8 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
8 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Nyanga →

Bulawayo

In March Bulawayo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
211 hours
254 hours
252 hours
Monthly rainfall
126 mm (5 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
7 days
4 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Bulawayo →

Mutare

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

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
168 mm (6.6 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
12 days
7 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Mutare →

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In our records: Zimbabwe March extremes

Notable March records observed across cities in Zimbabwe in our climate database (1977 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest March day in Zimbabwe brought 276 mm (11 in) in Chipinge on March 16, 2019.

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Harare 27°C (81°F) 16°C (61°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Victoria Falls 30°C (86°F) 19°C (66°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Gokwe 29°C (84°F) 19°C (66°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)
Bulawayo 28°C (82°F) 16°C (61°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Lower Zambezi National Park 31°C (88°F) 22°C (72°F) 148 mm (5.8 in)
Nyanga 25°C (77°F) 16°C (61°F) 123 mm (4.8 in)

Zimbabwe weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Zimbabwe in March?

March in Zimbabwe brings perfect weather. In Harare, daytime temperatures are typically around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime lows hover near 16°C (61°F).

What is the average temperature in Zimbabwe in March?

In Harare, the average daytime high in March is 27°C (81°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 16°C (61°F).

Does Zimbabwe get a lot of rain in March?

Not particularly. Harare averages just 99 mm (3.9 in) of rain in March, making it a mostly dry month for Zimbabwe.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Zimbabwe?

We consider March to be one of the best times to travel to Zimbabwe. Typically, the climate in Harare is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

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. The weather in January, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.

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