Monthly climate guide
Harare weather in December
With highs near 28°C (83°F) and lows around 17°C (62°F), December feels hot in Harare. Rainfall averages about 188 mm (very wet) and the sky is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 2°C cooler than November and about the same as January.
What stands out in December
- Just 370 km apart, but Harare runs about 2°C cooler than Bulawayo this month.
- Afternoons and nights feel like different seasons, roughly 12°C apart.
- Rain is above Harare's usual level, by about 171%.
- This is rainy-season territory in Harare: short, heavy downpours are typical.
Avg high
28°C
83°F
Avg low
17°C
62°F
Rainfall
188 mm
very wet
Humidity
70%
relative
Sky
72%
cloud · often cloudy
Harare weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C / 80°F | 16°C / 61°F | 219 mm | 76% | 76% |
| February | 27°C / 80°F | 16°C / 61°F | 148 mm | 77% | 72% |
| March | 27°C / 81°F | 15°C / 59°F | 80 mm | 74% | 60% |
| April | 26°C / 78°F | 13°C / 55°F | 38 mm | 70% | 45% |
| May | 24°C / 76°F | 10°C / 49°F | 9 mm | 63% | 24% |
| June | 22°C / 72°F | 8°C / 46°F | 2 mm | 62% | 23% |
| July | 22°C / 72°F | 7°C / 44°F | 35 mm | 59% | 20% |
| August | 26°C / 78°F | 9°C / 48°F | 1 mm | 52% | 14% |
| September | 29°C / 85°F | 12°C / 53°F | 5 mm | 44% | 11% |
| October | 31°C / 88°F | 15°C / 58°F | 17 mm | 46% | 28% |
| November | 30°C / 86°F | 16°C / 61°F | 89 mm | 55% | 52% |
| December | 28°C / 83°F | 17°C / 62°F | 188 mm | 70% | 72% |
What to pack for December
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is December a good time to visit Harare?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Harare →Other Zimbabwe cities in December
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Harare in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Harare?
December is one of the wetter months in Harare, with about 188 mm of rain. You can still go: pack a rain jacket and keep plans flexible.
How warm is Harare in December?
Average highs are about 28°C (83°F) and average lows about 17°C (62°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Harare in December?
Harare typically gets around 188 mm of rain in December — very wet.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Harare (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.