Harare weather in August
Should you visit Harare in August?
✅ Yes if: you want to combine beach, sightseeing and hiking — versatile weather (24°F, little rain).
❌ No if: you want to avoid tourist crowds — this is the busiest period.
Our take: August is absolutely stellar in Harare—you're looking at crisp, clear days with sunshine lasting over 11 hours. Temperatures hover between a refreshing 10–24°C, perfect for exploring without heat exhaustion, though you'll want layers for those cool mornings. Zero rainfall means zero weather worries, making it ideal for safari trips or city wandering.
Harare in August by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
What to expect in August
Summer in Harare brings pleasant temperatures (24°F) and long sunny days (11.4h of sunshine). Rain is virtually absent (0% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if September (9.5/10) remains theoretically better.
All months for Harare
Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌧️ January | 61°F | 75°F | 71% | 0.3in | 11.0h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 61°F | 77°F | 59% | 0.2in | 11.9h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 59°F | 77°F | 38% | 0.1in | 11.8h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 55°F | 75°F | 21% | 0.1in | 11.4h | 8.1/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 52°F | 73°F | 5% | 0.0in | 10.9h | 8.5/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 48°F | 70°F | 1% | 0.0in | 10.6h | 8.2/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 48°F | 70°F | 2% | 0.0in | 10.8h | 8.2/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 50°F | 75°F | 0% | 0.0in | 11.4h | 8.9/10 |
| ☀️ September | 57°F | 82°F | 2% | 0.0in | 11.8h | 9.5/10 |
| ☀️ October | 61°F | 84°F | 10% | 0.0in | 11.9h | 8.9/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 61°F | 82°F | 46% | 0.1in | 12.2h | 8.0/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 63°F | 79°F | 56% | 0.2in | 12.0h | 7.5/10 |
August vs September (best month)
The best month is September (score 9.5/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +4°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : +2%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +0.4h/day