August weather forecast
Zimbabwe

August represents the final month of winter in Zimbabwe, with conditions starting to transition towards the warmer spring season. The weather during this period is characterized by slightly warmer daytime temperatures, although nights remain fairly cold. Rainfall continues to be virtually non-existent, signifying the ongoing dry season.

Average temperatures in August range from 15°C (59°F) to 25°C (77°F) during the day. Lower altitude areas such as the Zambezi Valley and the southeastern Lowveld can experience temperatures peaking at 30°C (86°F). Despite the increase in daytime temperatures, the nights can still be quite cold, often dropping to 5°C (41°F), especially in southern and highland regions.

In the highland areas, including Harare, daytime temperatures average between 20°C (68°F) and 25°C (77°F), indicating the onset of warmer weather. Nighttime temperatures, although slightly higher than in July, can still fall to 5°C (41°F).

The city of Victoria Falls, located in the west, experiences warmer daytime temperatures from 25°C (77°F) to 30°C (86°F) due to its position at a lower altitude. However, nights can still be quite cool, often falling to 10°C (50°F), making for a considerable temperature difference between day and night.

As with previous months, rainfall in August is almost negligible, with the average precipitation across the country typically under 5mm (0.2"). This continued lack of rainfall keeps the landscape arid and skies clear, offering optimal conditions for wildlife viewing.

Moving forward into September, the weather continues to warm, signalling the arrival of the spring season in Zimbabwe. Daytime temperatures continue to rise, while nights start to become less cold. Rainfall remains minimal but will begin to increase in the following months as the country transitions towards the wet season.

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• Harare - August »
  The months with the least rainfall in Harare are August and September Rain falls for 1.3 days and accumulates 1mm (0.04") of rain. August and September are months with the least rain in Harare when the rain falls for 1.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of rain.
• Bulawayo - August »
  June and August, with an average of 7.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Bulawayo. The months with the lowest UV index in Bulawayo are February, April through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
• Chitungwiza - August »
  The months with the least rainfall in Chitungwiza are August and September Rain falls for 1.3 days and accumulates 1mm (0.04") of rain. January, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Chitungwiza, Zimbabwe.
• Mutare - August »
  On the first day of August in Mutare sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 17:34. In Mutare in August, during 3.2 rainfall days, 2mm (0.08") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Gweru - August »
  With the onset of August in Gweru, a modest change to a moderately hot 23.3°C (73.9°F) from July's 20.5°C (68.9°F) is noted in high-temperature. Gweru witnesses a consistent, sharp contrast from the daytime highs, with an average low-temperature of 6.5°C (43.7°F) throughout August.
• Epworth - August »
  The months with the least rainfall in Epworth, Zimbabwe, are August and September Rain falls for 1.3 days and accumulates 1mm (0.04") of rain. On the last day of August, in Epworth, Zimbabwe, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 17:48 CAT.
• Chinhoyi - August »
  The shift into August in Chinhoyi is characterized by a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from July's warm 24°C (75.2°F) to a still moderately hot 27.8°C (82°F). With temperatures reaching a high of 27.8°C (82°F), August in Chinhoyi is warmer compared to past months but still notably below those of the rainy season.
• Norton - August »
  August and September are months with the least rain in Norton, Zimbabwe, when the rain falls for 1.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of rain. August and September are months with the least rain in Norton when the rain falls for 1.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of rain.