Monthly climate guide
Harare weather in September
September in Harare is typically hot, with average daytime highs around 29°C (85°F) and night-time lows near 12°C (53°F). The month usually brings about 5 mm of rain (very dry) and is mostly sunny. Daytime highs are 4°C warmer than August and 2°C cooler than October.
What stands out in September
- Expect a big gap between day and night — about 17°C.
- Only 2 months are warmer in Harare than September.
- Rain is well below Harare's usual level (around 93% less).
- It's one of the drier stretches of the year in Harare.
Avg high
29°C
85°F
Avg low
12°C
53°F
Rainfall
5 mm
very dry
Humidity
44%
relative
Sky
11%
cloud · mostly sunny
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 September
- 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
- Sunglasses
Is September 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 September
Cite or embed this data
Writing about this destination? Copy a ready-made citation or embed a live widget — free, just keep the link.
Harare weather in September. WeatherCompare, 2026 (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020 monthly averages). https://weathercompare.eu/weather/zimbabwe/harare/september
<a href="https://weathercompare.eu/weather/zimbabwe/harare/september">Harare weather in September</a> (WeatherCompare)
<iframe src="https://weathercompare.eu/embed/zimbabwe/harare" width="300" height="160" style="border:0;border-radius:12px" loading="lazy" title="Harare weather in September"></iframe> <p style="font-size:12px"><a href="https://weathercompare.eu/weather/zimbabwe/harare/september">Harare weather in September</a> – WeatherCompare</p>
Harare in September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Harare?
September is a reasonable time for Harare: highs around 29°C and about 5 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Harare in September?
Average highs are about 29°C (85°F) and average lows about 12°C (53°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Harare in September?
Harare typically gets around 5 mm of rain in September — very dry.
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.