Matabeleland North weather
Today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Matabeleland North, Zimbabwe. Like most weather services, we show Matabeleland North at one spot: Hwange, its largest city. At 12:30 AM local time it was clear and 27°C (81°F). Little to no rain in the next 24 hours. Best months for weather: Apr–Aug.
Current conditions
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- 0%
- Chance of rain
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- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Little to no rain in the next 24 hours
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Apr–AugOff season Oct–Feb
About Hwange weather
Is it raining in Hwange right now?
No. It’s clear and 27° right now. Little to no rain in the next 24 hours.
What’s the weather like in Hwange this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 38–40° and lows of 24–27°. Little rain is expected. The driest day looks like Sunday.
Has it been raining in Hwange lately?
In the past 7 days, Hwange had 1 rainy day and 1.1 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Hwange?
For the coming week, bring light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Matabeleland North weather by month
When is the best time to visit Matabeleland North?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Matabeleland North is Apr–Aug, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Oct–Feb tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 26°C (80°F) in July to 36°C (98°F) in October.
What is the rainiest month in Matabeleland North?
January is the wettest month, with about 136 mm (5.4 in) of rain on average. August is the driest, with about 0 mm (0.0 in).
What is the hottest month in Matabeleland North?
October is the warmest, with average highs of 36°C (98°F) and lows of 20°C (68°F). July is the coolest, with highs of 26°C (80°F) and lows of 9°C (49°F).
Does Matabeleland North have a rainy season?
Not a strong one. No month averages more than 150 mm of rain; the wettest is January at about 136 mm (5.4 in).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis for Hwange), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months
Compare places in Matabeleland North
Weather can differ a lot within Matabeleland North: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.
| Place | Best months | Rainy months | Highs | Rain a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hwange | Apr–Aug | None | 26–36°C | 588 mm |
| Victoria Falls | Apr–Aug | None | 25–36°C | 611 mm |