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 last day of March, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 17:57 CAT. In Harare, in March, during 17.5 rainfall days, 52mm (2.05") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Bulawayo - March »
  In Bulawayo, in March, during 9.2 rainfall days, 22mm (0.87") of precipitation is typically accumulated. January, March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Bulawayo.
• Chitungwiza - March »
  In Chitungwiza, in March, during 17.5 rainfall days, 52mm (2.05") of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the last day of March, in Chitungwiza, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 17:57 CAT.
• Mutare - March »
  With an average relative humidity of 82%, March is the most humid month in Mutare, Zimbabwe. Mutare experiences an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 26.2°C (79.2°F) in March, marking an insignificant shift from 26.9°C (80.4°F) in February.
• Gweru - March »
  On the first day of March in Gweru, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:27. With the advent of March, Gweru's high-temperatures adjust to a still warm 25.8°C (78.4°F), closely aligning with the preceding month.
• Epworth - March »
  In Epworth in March, it is raining for 17.5 days, with typically 52mm (2.05") of accumulated precipitation. The shift into March in Epworth reveals an average high-temperature of a still warm 25.5°C (77.9°F), maintaining the same temperature as the previous month.
• Chinhoyi - March »
  In Chinhoyi, during March, the rain falls for 24.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 83mm (3.27") of precipitation. In Chinhoyi, during March, the rain falls for 24.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 83mm (3.27") of precipitation.
• Norton - March »
  In Norton, during March, the rain falls for 17.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 52mm (2.05") of precipitation. In Norton, in March, it is raining for 17.5 days, with typically 52mm (2.05") of accumulated precipitation.