March weather forecast
Zimbabwe

March signals the arrival of autumn in Zimbabwe. This period marks a gradual transition from the hot, wet summer season to the cooler, drier winter. Average temperatures across the country begin to decline, with a range typically from 20°C (68°F) to 25°C (77°F) in most regions.

In the low-lying areas of the Zambezi Valley and the southeastern Lowveld, temperatures can still reach up to 30°C (86°F), but they tend to be less intense than the peak summer heat experienced in January and February. Conversely, the highland areas, including the capital city, Harare, experience milder temperatures, averaging between 15°C (59°F) and 20°C (68°F) during the day. At night, temperatures can drop to approximately 10°C (50°F).

The city of Mutare, situated in the eastern highlands of Zimbabwe, is worth mentioning for its slightly cooler climate. Due to its higher altitude, the city experiences temperatures a few degrees lower than the national average, offering a cooler respite during the warmer months of the year.

Rainfall begins to decrease significantly in March, marking the end of the rainy season. While heavy showers can still occur, particularly in the early part of the month, they are less frequent than in the summer months. The country's average rainfall for March ranges from 50mm (1.97") to 100mm (3.94"), with the higher amounts typically observed in the northeastern highland regions.

Moving forward into April, the transition to cooler, drier weather continues. Rainfall further decreases, and temperatures drop even more noticeably, particularly in the highland areas. April marks the onset of the more temperate season in Zimbabwe, offering pleasant conditions for wildlife viewing and other outdoor activities.

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• Harare - March »
  On the first day of March sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:21. In Harare, in March, it is raining for 17.5 days, with typically 52mm (2.05") of accumulated precipitation.
• Bulawayo - March »
  In Bulawayo, in March, during 9.2 rainfall days, 22mm (0.87") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Bulawayo experiences an average nighttime temperature of 16.2°C (61.2°F) in the month of March.
• Chitungwiza - March »
  In Chitungwiza, Zimbabwe, in March, during 17.5 rainfall days, 52mm (2.05") of precipitation is typically accumulated. The shift into March in Chitungwiza uncovers an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 25.5°C (77.9°F), maintaining the same temperature as the previous month.
• Mutare - March »
  On the first day of March in Mutare, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:15. In Mutare, during March, the rain falls for 21.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 85mm (3.35") of precipitation.
• Gweru - March »
  In Gweru, during March, the rain falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 56mm (2.2") of precipitation. In March, Gweru notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 25.8°C (78.4°F), maintaining the same climate as the preceding month.
• Epworth - March »
  In Epworth, in March, it is raining for 17.5 days, with typically 52mm (2.05") of accumulated precipitation. In Epworth, in March, it is raining for 17.5 days, with typically 52mm (2.05") of accumulated precipitation.
• Chinhoyi - March »
  In Chinhoyi in March, during 24.1 rainfall days, 83mm (3.27") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Chinhoyi, in March, during 24.1 rainfall days, 83mm (3.27") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Norton - March »
  In Norton, in March, it is raining for 17.5 days, with typically 52mm (2.05") of accumulated precipitation. On the first day of March in Norton, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:23.