Harare weather in May [2026]

Month summary

Harare weather in May

✅ Good

🌡️ Temperature min / max

52°F – 73°F

🌧 Rainy days

5% of days

☀️ Sunshine

10.9h per day on average

🌊 🌊 Season

Spring

⭐ ⭐ Weather score

8.5/10

📅 📅 Best month

September (9.5/10)

Quick decision

Should you visit Harare in May?

✅ Good

✅ Yes if: you want to combine beach, sightseeing and hiking — versatile weather (23°F, little rain).

❌ No if: you want to avoid tourist crowds — this is the busiest period.

🌧 Rain : ░░░░░░░░░░ 5%

🌡 Temperature : ██████░░░░ 73°F

☀️ Sunshine : ████████░░ 10.9h/d

Our take: May in Harare is honestly one of the best months to visit—you're looking at mild, sunny days (around 23°C) cooling to crisp mornings (11°C), so pack layers. With virtually no rain and nearly 11 hours of daily sunshine, you'll have perfect conditions for exploring the city, nearby gardens, and day trips without weather interruptions. If you love pleasant temperatures, clear skies, and can handle a light jacket at dawn, this is your sweet spot.

By trip type

Harare in May by trip type

🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season

Local context

What to expect in May

Spring marks the start of the good season in Harare. Temperatures rise (23°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Rain is virtually absent (5% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if September (9.5/10) remains theoretically better.

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Annual table

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

Ideal Fair Challenging climate ◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years

📊 Data source Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In May, Harare averages 73°F, 5% rainy days and 10.9h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 8.5/10. See methodology →

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