May weather forecast
Zimbabwe

May represents the beginning of the winter season in Zimbabwe and the onset of the dry period. The climate during this month is characterized by mild daytime temperatures and cooler nights, with negligible rainfall throughout the country.

Average temperatures in May range from 15°C (59°F) to 20°C (68°F). In the lower altitude regions, such as the Zambezi Valley and southeastern Lowveld, daytime temperatures can occasionally reach up to 25°C (77°F). However, as is characteristic of the winter season, nighttime temperatures across the country become noticeably cooler, often dropping to 5°C (41°F) to 10°C (50°F).

The highland regions, including the city of Harare, experience cooler conditions. Here, daytime temperatures average between 15°C (59°F) and 20°C (68°F), while nighttime temperatures can drop to as low as 5°C (41°F), signaling the onset of the cold winter nights.

The city of Masvingo, known for the Great Zimbabwe National Monument, typically experiences mild daytime temperatures from 15°C (59°F) to 20°C (68°F), with cooler nights, making it a suitable destination for cultural and historical exploration during this month.

Rainfall is scarce in May, marking the start of Zimbabwe's dry season. Average precipitation across the country is typically below 10mm (0.39"), with many regions not experiencing any rainfall at all.

As the country moves into June, the winter season becomes more pronounced. Daytime temperatures continue to decrease slightly, while nighttime temperatures can drop further, often reaching the coldest levels of the year. Rainfall remains scarce, further intensifying the dry season.

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• Harare - May »
  On the first day of May in Harare, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 17:36. In Harare, during May, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4mm (0.16") of precipitation.
• Bulawayo - May »
  The months with the lowest UV index in Bulawayo are February, April through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. In Bulawayo during the entire year, the rain falls for 77.6 days and collects up to 274mm (10.79") of precipitation.
• Chitungwiza - May »
  On the first day of May in Chitungwiza sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 17:36. In Chitungwiza, Zimbabwe, in May, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 4mm (0.16") of accumulated precipitation.
• Mutare - May »
  In Mutare, Zimbabwe, in May, during 6.9 rainfall days, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the first day of May in Mutare, Zimbabwe, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 17:29.
• Gweru - May »
  On the first day of May in Gweru, Zimbabwe, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 17:39. In Gweru, during May, the rain falls for 1 days and regularly aggregates up to 8mm (0.31") of precipitation.
• Epworth - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Epworth sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 17:27 CAT. In Epworth during May, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4mm (0.16") of precipitation.
• Chinhoyi - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Chinhoyi sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 17:31 CAT. May is the last month it rains in Chinhoyi, Zimbabwe.
• Norton - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Norton sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 17:29 CAT. In Norton, Zimbabwe, in May, during 3.3 rainfall days, 4mm (0.16") of precipitation is typically accumulated.