Best time to visit Harare

Q: When is the best time to visit Harare?

The best time to visit Harare is August and September based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

Q: Which is the hottest month in Harare?

The hottest time of year in Harare is normally October. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 29°C with low heat and humidity.

Q: Which month has the most rain in Harare?

In terms of rainfall, January is usually the wettest month in Harare with 209mm on average. There are normally 17 days in January with some rain.

Q: When is it sunniest in Harare?

The sunniest time of year in Harare is normally August with bright sunshine on average for 85% of daylight hours; that's 10 hours of sunshine per day.

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When is the best time to visit Harare?

The best time to visit Harare is August and September based on the following average weather conditions.

Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C [remove]
Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more [remove]

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Max Day Temperature (°C)

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Which is the hottest month in Harare?

The hottest time of year in Harare is normally October. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 29°C with low heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in Harare?

In terms of rainfall, January is usually the wettest month in Harare with 209mm on average. There are normally 17 days in January with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Harare?

The sunniest time of year in Harare is normally August with bright sunshine on average for 85% of daylight hours; that's 10 hours of sunshine per day.