Hwange National Park

Weather & Climate

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Expert

By Philip Briggs

Philip is our Zimbabwe expert and author of more than 20 guidebooks to Africa.

Climate Chart Hwange National Park – 850-1,133m / 2,789-3,717ft

Hwange National Park experiences a warm climate. The warmest months are October to March, while May to August are the coolest. The Dry season (April to October) brings fine weather. Afternoon showers are common in the Wet season (November to March). Winter corresponds to the Dry season and summer to the Wet Season.

Dry Season –April to October – Winter

April – This is the beginning of the Dry season and rain generally becomes less frequent as the month progresses. The nights are cool. Prepare for early morning game drives in open vehicles to be cold.
May, June, July & August – These are the coldest months of winter. It is a very dry time. Daytime temperatures are around 26°C/79°F, but it gets cold at night with average temperatures around 9°C/48°F.
September & October – The first rains usually arrive in late October. This settles the dust and brings new vegetation. Daytime temperatures are over 33°C/91°F. October is the hottest month, and temperatures frequently peak above 40°C/104°F.

Wet Season –November to March – Summer

November – This month brings a start to the rainy season, although it is rare for rain to fall every day. It is hot, and daytime temperatures average around 32°C/90°F.
December, January & February – The wettest months bring rain most afternoons. Daytime temperatures average 32°C/90°F, while nights and early mornings average 15°C/59°F.
March – Temperatures average between 33°C/91°F and 14°C/57°F, and the Wet season slowly comes to an end.