Best Time to Visit Harare
Best time: Sep, Aug, May, Oct.
Oct is warmest (27.9°C high); Jan is rainiest (203 mm).
Harare weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 26.1 | 16 | 203 | 9.2 |
| Feb | 25.7 | 15.6 | 171 | 9.2 |
| Mar | 26.1 | 14.8 | 107 | 9.2 |
| Apr | 25.1 | 12.6 | 39 | 8.7 |
| May | 23.4 | 9.8 | 9 | 8.1 |
| Jun | 21.1 | 7.1 | 2 | 7.4 |
| Jul | 21 | 6.6 | 2 | 7.8 |
| Aug | 23.3 | 8.4 | 2 | 9 |
| Sep | 26.6 | 11.7 | 6 | 10.3 |
| Oct | 27.9 | 14.1 | 33 | 10.6 |
| Nov | 27.5 | 15.6 | 99 | 9.8 |
| Dec | 26.1 | 15.8 | 181 | 9 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: SepAugMayOct
Beaches: SepOctAugMay
Hiking: SepAugJulJun
Sightseeing: SepAugJulJun
Harare quick facts
What to pack
Wet months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Harare?
Sep, Aug, May, Oct.
What is the rainiest month?
Jan, about 203 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Oct, with average highs of 27.9°C.
Where to stay
See Harare hotels · Book Harare tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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