December weather forecast
Zimbabwe

December in Zimbabwe marks the continuation of the summer season and the peak of the rainy season. The country experiences high temperatures coupled with substantial rainfall, leading to a lush, vibrant landscape.

Daytime temperatures in December typically range from 25°C (77°F) to 35°C (95°F). In lower altitude areas, such as the Zambezi Valley and the southeastern Lowveld, temperatures can reach up to 40°C (104°F). Nighttime temperatures remain high, averaging between 15°C (59°F) and 20°C (68°F), reflecting the prevailing summer conditions.

In Harare and other highland areas, daytime temperatures average between 25°C (77°F) and 30°C (86°F). Nighttime temperatures remain fairly warm, usually between 15°C (59°F) and 20°C (68°F).

The city of Gweru, located in the central region, experiences slightly cooler conditions with daytime temperatures from 25°C (77°F) to 30°C (86°F). Evenings in Gweru cool down to 15°C (59°F), offering a reprieve from the heat of the day.

December sees some of the highest rainfall levels in the year, with average precipitation across the country ranging from 75mm (2.95") to 125mm (4.92"). This considerable amount of rainfall brings about a rich green environment, and water sources are replenished. Thunderstorms are common during this time, typically occurring in the late afternoon or evening.

Transitioning into January, Zimbabwe maintains its summer and rainy season conditions. Temperatures remain high, both during the day and night, and rainfall continues to be significant, although it begins to decrease slightly as the country starts moving towards the end of the rainy season.

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• Harare - December »
  In Harare during December, the rain falls for 21.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 114mm (4.49") of precipitation. Harare concludes the year in December with a moderately high precipitation level reaching 114mm (4.49"), further increasing compared to November.
• Bulawayo - December »
  The month with the longest days in Bulawayo is December, with an average of 13h and 18min of daylight. As the year concludes in December, Bulawayo's weather reveals an impressive upsurge in rainfall, peaking at 64mm (2.52"), making it the wettest month of the year.
• Chitungwiza - December »
  In Chitungwiza, in December, during 21.9 rainfall days, 114mm (4.49") of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the first day of December in Chitungwiza, sunrise is at 05:10 and sunset at 18:18.
• Mutare - December »
  In Mutare in December, it is raining for 20.7 days, with typically 119mm (4.69") of accumulated precipitation. The month with the longest days in Mutare is December, with an average of 13h and 18min of daylight.
• Gweru - December »
  The month with the longest days in Gweru is December, with an average of 13h and 18min of daylight. In Gweru, during December, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 159mm (6.26") of precipitation.
• Epworth - December »
  The month with the longest days in Epworth is December, with an average of 13h and 12min of daylight. On the first day of December in Epworth sunrise is at 05:10 and sunset at 18:18.
• Chinhoyi - December »
  In Chinhoyi during December, the rain falls for 24.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 127mm (5") of precipitation. In Chinhoyi, during December, the rain falls for 24.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 127mm (5") of precipitation.
• Norton - December »
  In Norton during December, the rain falls for 21.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 114mm (4.49") of precipitation. In Norton, in December, it is raining for 21.9 days, with typically 114mm (4.49") of accumulated precipitation.