Weather in Victoria Falls
What's the weather like in Victoria Falls?
Victoria Falls has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 29°C (84°F) in January to 25°C (77°F) in July, with overnight lows around 20°C (68°F) and 11°C (51°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Victoria Falls are April through July.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇿🇼 Zimbabwe
- Region
- Africa
- Time zone
- Africa/Harare
- Coordinates
- -17.924, 25.857
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C / 84°F | 20°C / 68°F | 211 mm | 26 | — |
| February | 28°C / 83°F | 20°C / 68°F | 160 mm | 22 | — |
| March | 29°C / 83°F | 19°C / 66°F | 83 mm | 21 | — |
| April | 28°C / 82°F | 17°C / 63°F | 27 mm | 12 | — |
| May | 27°C / 81°F | 14°C / 56°F | 0 mm | 1 | — |
| June | 25°C / 77°F | 11°C / 52°F | 0 mm | 1 | — |
| July | 25°C / 77°F | 11°C / 51°F | 0 mm | 1 | — |
| August | 29°C / 85°F | 14°C / 56°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
| September | 33°C / 92°F | 17°C / 63°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
| October | 36°C / 96°F | 21°C / 69°F | 3 mm | 4 | — |
| November | 34°C / 93°F | 21°C / 71°F | 50 mm | 16 | — |
| December | 31°C / 88°F | 21°C / 69°F | 166 mm | 22 | — |
Victoria Falls by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Victoria Falls?
The most comfortable months in Victoria Falls are usually May, June, July, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Victoria Falls?
October is typically the hottest month in Victoria Falls, averaging a high of 36°C (96°F).
What is the coldest month in Victoria Falls?
July is usually the coldest, with average lows around 11°C (51°F).
Does it snow in Victoria Falls?
Snow is rare in Victoria Falls; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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