The weather in October in Zimbabwe
It's hot in October in Zimbabwe with an average temperature of 36°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 34°C to a high of 37°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 18°C and 22°C.
October isn’t a good month to be in Zimbabwe. The average temperature of 36°C this month is uncomfortably hot for a comfortable stay.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in October for Zimbabwe. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 40°C in 2019, Zimbabwe reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 19°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 10°C to a highest value of 27°C.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 9,8 mm of precipitation in October. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Daily weather in October for Zimbabwe
Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Zimbabwe. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
October weather comparison
| Zimbabwe | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 36°C | 21°C |
| Max. temperature | 37°C | 26°C |
| Min. temperature | 18°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 9,8 mm | 119 mm |
| Rainy days | 2 days | 13 days |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Zimbabwe with hot temps, averaging around 36°C during the day and nights around 20°C.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps stay steady at around 36°C, with nights around 20°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Zimbabwe is around 36°C, while nighttime temps are about 21°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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The climate in Zimbabwe is based on weather data from Victoria Falls. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Zimbabwe to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in October in Zimbabwe. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in October in Zimbabwe
Temperature in October in Zimbabwe over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in October in Zimbabwe. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in October in Zimbabwe
Total precipitation in October in Zimbabwe over the years
Daily UV index in October in Zimbabwe
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Zimbabwe, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Zimbabwe by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Zimbabwe. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.