Harare in December
6.1out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 26°C. Very wet: about 20 rainy days.
26°CAvg high
17°CAvg low
20Rainy days (180 mm)
13:04 hDaylight
05:20Sunrise · 18:24 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 26°C
- Very wet: about 20 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±5.8 days)
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in December varies a lot between years (±5.8 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C | 17°C | 218 mm | 21 | – | – | 6.1 |
| February | 26°C | 17°C | 146 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.6 |
| March | 26°C | 16°C | 92 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.4 |
| April | 25°C | 13°C | 28 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.5 |
| May | 23°C | 11°C | 6 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.9 |
| June | 22°C | 8°C | 2 mm | 0 | – | – | 9.0 |
| July | 21°C | 8°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 8.9 |
| August | 24°C | 10°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 9.1 |
| September | 27°C | 13°C | 3 mm | 1 | – | – | 9.0 |
| October | 29°C | 15°C | 22 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.5 |
| November | 28°C | 17°C | 82 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.4 |
| December | 26°C | 17°C | 180 mm | 20 | – | – | 6.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Harare in December?
Daytime highs average 26°C and nights about 17°C.
When is the best time to visit Harare?
The best months are August, June, September, May.