Forecast by:  | 11 Sep Fri | 12 Sep Sat | 13 Sep Sun | 14 Sep Mon | 15 Sep Tue | 16 Sep Wed | 17 Sep Thu |
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| Temp (°C) | 26° 11° | 27° 12° | 28° 12° | 27° 13° | 28° 13° | 29° 15° | 29° 14° |
| Precipitation | 4% | 4% | 4% | 4% | 6% | 5% | 8% |
| Humidity | 61% | 55% | 51% | 51% | 44% | 44% | 45% |
| Wind | 12 km/h | 14 km/h | 13 km/h | 14 km/h | 18 km/h | 17 km/h | 16 km/h |
Best time to visit Zimbabwe
The best time to visit Harare is June to October, when conditions are dry, bright and generally well suited to sightseeing and outdoor excursions. June and July bring crisp nights, while October is hotter and may require earlier starts and afternoon shade. November to March is warmer and wetter, with showers potentially interrupting outdoor plans.
JanuaryTemp (°C)23°Rain (mm)141Sun Hours10Dry Days11
January is warm and frequently rainy, around 15-26°C. Showers can interrupt sightseeing, while lush summer landscapes suit visitors comfortable with wet-season conditions.
FebruaryTemp (°C)21°Rain (mm)100Sun Hours11Dry Days10
February is warm and very wet, around 15-26°C, with frequent rain and substantial precipitation. Plan flexible days for indoor activities and breaks between showers.
MarchTemp (°C)21°Rain (mm)54Sun Hours10Dry Days18
March is warm with regular late-summer rain, around 15-26°C. Outdoor plans remain possible, but showers can affect sightseeing and some roads.
AprilTemp (°C)20°Rain (mm)25Sun Hours7Dry Days23
April is pleasantly fresh, around 13-25°C, as rainfall tapers off. Comfortable daytime conditions favour city sightseeing and outdoor excursions.
MayTemp (°C)19°Rain (mm)5Sun Hours7Dry Days28
May is dry, sunny and fresh, around 10-23°C. Cool mornings and evenings accompany comfortable afternoons for exploring Harare and nearby attractions.
JuneTemp (°C)17°Rain (mm)3Sun Hours7Dry Days29
June is dry and sunny, around 8-21°C, with crisp nights that can approach freezing. Clear days are well suited to sightseeing and outdoor travel.
JulyTemp (°C)16°Rain (mm)2Sun Hours7Dry Days29
July is dry, bright and cool, around 8-21°C. Nights can approach freezing, but clear daytime weather works well for city visits and wildlife-focused travel.
AugustTemp (°C)20°Rain (mm)2Sun Hours7Dry Days29
August is sunny and dry, around 10-24°C, with cool mornings and clear afternoons. It is a strong month for sightseeing and outdoor excursions.
SeptemberTemp (°C)23°Rain (mm)2Sun Hours10Dry Days29
September is bright, dry and clear, around 12-27°C. Mild daytime weather and excellent visibility favour sightseeing, excursions and wildlife viewing.
OctoberTemp (°C)25°Rain (mm)9Sun Hours10Dry Days29
October is hot and mostly dry, around 14-29°C, with temperatures reaching the low 30s possible. Start outdoor activities early and plan shade during the afternoon.
NovemberTemp (°C)25°Rain (mm)53Sun Hours12Dry Days20
November is warm and marks the return of wet-season showers, around 15-27°C. Brief downpours can interrupt outdoor plans, though mornings may remain suitable for exploring.
DecemberTemp (°C)25°Rain (mm)115Sun Hours11Dry Days14
December is warm and rainy, around 15-26°C, with summer showers affecting some afternoons. Flexible itineraries suit the unsettled wet-season weather.
Sources: audleytravel.com, britannica.com, easeweather.com, en.wikivoyage.org
Helicopter Scenic Flight over Victoria Falls 12-13 minutes Flight
Cost: From 172 USD · Duration: 0.8 hours · ★ 4.9 (3,657 reviews)
Bubble helicopter windows that ensures you do not miss anything from the sky. Experience the Flight of Angels, an unforgettable helicopter flight with breathtaking views of the mighty Victoria Falls, the Batoka Gorge, the Zambezi River and the lush Zambezi National Park.
Victoria Falls Dinner Cruise on the Zambezi River
Cost: From 112.84 USD · Duration: 4 hours · ★ 4.8 (701 reviews)
Our Dinner Cruise offers everything and more. Not only the magical colours of the Zambezi River at dusk but a truly unique four-course dinner served as you savour the splendour of the setting sun. Ideal for food and nature lovers wanting it all. Embark from the Pure Africa Waterfront and head off into the evening. After your favourite drink is pour
Victoria Falls Theatre Featuring Simunye: The Spirit of Africa
Cost: From 40.6 USD · Duration: 1 hour · ★ 5.0 (403 reviews)
Embark on a mesmerising journey with SIMUNYE: The Spirit of Africa. Follow Bomani, the brother of Chief Ekanjo, cast out from the Kimba tribe, as he wanders the African hinterland in search of home, accompanied by his loyal elephant friend, Ndlovu. Presented by Victoria Falls Theatre Company, this production combines stunning visuals, music, puppet
Zimbabwe & Zambia: Guided Tour of the Falls from Both Sides
Cost: From 75 USD · ★ 4.8 (288 reviews)
Witness the Victoria Falls from both the Zimbabwean and Zambian sides on this guided day trip. Get the best views of the falls from various lookout points and visit a local market for souvenirs.
Zambezi River Class IV-V White-Water Rafting from Victoria Falls
Cost: From 180 USD · Duration: 6 hours · ★ 4.9 (265 reviews)
If you're looking for adventure in Zimbabwe, experience the Zambezi River on a white-water rafting tour with pickup in Victoria Falls. With a guide, travel down one of the best one-day rafting rivers in the world, which plummets into a gorge at Victoria Falls, separating the placid river above the falls and the turbulent rapids below. The gorge is
Chobe Day Trip From Victoria Falls Zimbabwe
Cost: From 170 USD · Duration: 9 hours · ★ 4.7 (253 reviews)
Chobe day trip from Victoria Falls. Experience the wild game sightings on the Chobe River by boat. Tea and coffee is served just before you commence your day activity. The drive from Victoria falls goes through the park and there is a chance of seeing the wildlife. Those traveling with the Kids 16yrs and below must have birth certificates for the k
Half Day White Water Rafting on the Zambezi — Livingstone, Zambia
Cost: From 140 USD · ★ 4.8 (190 reviews)
This rafting adventure lasts 3 to 4 hours, covering 11 km of the Zambezi River with challenging class 4 to 5 rapids. Participants will navigate rapids in the Batoka Gorge, surrounded by cliffs and lush greenery. Certified guides ensure safety and provide insights about the river’s history and ecosystem. The experience requires teamwork and offers b
Victoria Falls Luxury Sunset Cruise on the Zambezi River
Cost: From 71.58 USD · Duration: 2 hours · ★ 4.8 (187 reviews)
A visit to Victoria Falls isn’t complete without a mesmerising Sunset Cruise and The Zambezi Explorer, Pure Africa’s flagship sunset cruiser, brings a welcome level of sophistication to the river. A recent upgrade saw newly crafted furniture, hand-woven Ndebele-patterned chairs and mood-enhancing light fittings all adding to the contemporary design
Chobe Full Day Trip From Victoria Falls
Cost: From 164 USD · Duration: 10 hours · ★ 4.6 (179 reviews)
The Chobe Full Day Trip comprises of all transfers to and from Botswana’s rich Chobe National Park. Pickup time is Between 6:50AM and 7:30AM from all hotels and lodges around Victoria Falls Zimbabwe, followed by a road transfer to Kazungula Border (70km drive distance) from Victoria Falls. Around 0900hrs, boat cruise up the Chobe river or jeep safa
Brief
- Try local staples such as sadza with meat or vegetables, nyama barbecue, mazondo (slow-cooked beef trotters), maputi (roasted maize) and maheu, a fermented maize drink.
- September is generally part of Harare’s dry season. Dust, smoke from seasonal fires and cool nights can affect outdoor activities, especially outside the city.
- Harare is a useful base for excursions to nearby destinations such as Lake Chivero, Domboshawa and the granite hills around the city. Arrange transport in advance for rural areas and avoid driving after dark.
Safety and health
- Malaria risk is lower in Harare and the highlands but increases in lower-lying areas and during the warmer season. If travelling beyond Harare, consider medical advice on antimalarial medication and use repellent, long clothing and screened or netted accommodation. (
wikivoyage.org)
- Avoid swimming, wading or bathing in untreated freshwater, including lakes, rivers and streams, because of schistosomiasis. (
cdc.gov |
- Use mosquito and tick-bite precautions when outdoors. Zimbabwe has dengue, African tick-bite fever and other tick- or mosquito-borne infections. (
- Tap water should generally be boiled before drinking; bottled water is widely available. Carry needed medicines because supplies can be inconsistent outside major private hospitals. (
- A yellow-fever certificate is required for travellers aged 9 months or older arriving from a country with yellow-fever transmission, including qualifying airport transits of more than 12 hours. It is not generally required for direct travel from the United States. (
Recent News
- Zimbabwe’s government has ordered street vendors operating in unauthorised locations to leave by 9 September 2026, after which municipal police and other agencies are expected to begin a zero-tolerance clean-up in Harare. The operation may cause congestion, police activity, temporary disruption around the CBD and changes to where informal goods and food are sold. (
allafrica.com |
newzimbabwe.com)
- A minibus taxi and truck collision killed 27 people near Chivhu in early September. Travellers using road routes south of Harare should allow extra time, use reputable transport operators and take particular care on major highways. (
apnews.com)
