Best time to visit Zimbabwe

Want to know when to travel to Zimbabwe? Based on criteria such as the weather, cost of flights and hotels, and peak travel periods, May-October is the best time to go to Zimbabwe. Don’t just take our word for it though… We’ve put together loads of information below to help you decide, such as a monthly breakdown of the weather, what to pack, when to fly, and much more.

The very hottest temperatures in Harare, one of the most popular tourist destinations in Zimbabwe, tend to reach around 32℃ (91℉) in the height of summer. The average Harare temperatures in winter reach lows of around 8℃ (47℉), while the coldest it gets down to is about 7℃ (45℉). Other areas in Zimbabwe can sometimes get even colder than this – You can check out the climates of other popular destinations below.

The days are longest in Zimbabwe in November, so if you want to see the sights during the day when the sun is up for the longest time, it’s best to visit around that time of year. On average it rains the most days in January, making it the wettest month of the year. Although it’s the wet season, it can often rain a little bit during the day or evening but have fine weather for a majority of the day too, so don’t let this put you off.

Continue reading to find out loads more about when to travel to Zimbabwe, check out climate info on some of the top places to visit, then use the handy tools below to search for the best flight and hotel options that are right for you.