🇿🇼 Hwange vs Johannesburg 🇿🇦

Hwange, Zimbabwe vs Johannesburg, South Africa — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Hwange is the warmer of the two — about 5 degrees warmer on average across the year. Hwange is drier, with roughly 63 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇿🇼 Hwange🇿🇦 Johannesburg
Avg annual high28°C23°C
Hottest monthOctober (34°C)October (26°C)
Coldest monthJuly (10°C low)July (4°C low)
Rainy days / year87150
SnowRareRare
Best months to visitMay, June, JulyMay, August, September

🇿🇼 Hwange

Best around May, June, July. Hottest in October (34°C), coldest lows in July (10°C).

🇿🇦 Johannesburg

Best around May, August, September. Hottest in October (26°C), coldest lows in July (4°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Hwange or Johannesburg warmer?

Hwange is warmer overall, averaging about 5 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Hwange or Johannesburg?

Johannesburg is rainier — Hwange sees about 63 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Hwange vs Johannesburg?

Hwange is best around May, June, July; Johannesburg is best around May, August, September.

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