Hwange & the Zimbabwean side of Victoria Falls
The same thundering falls seen from the rainforest side that gets you properly soaked, one of Africa's great elephant herds gathering at Hwange's waterholes in the dry season, and a walking safari tradition every bit as serious as its neighbour Zambia's.
The best time to visit Hwange & the Zimbabwean side of Victoria Falls is May–Oct, when typical daytime highs reach about 29°C (83°F). Local time there is 02:04 (UTC+2).
Good for
In season
The year at a glance
May · high 80°F · rain 0.0in · 11.3h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C81°F | 221mm8.7in | 13.1h13.1h | |
| February | 28°C82°F | 151mm5.9in | 12.7h12.7h | |
| March | 29°C84°F | 50mm2.0in | 12.2h12.2h | |
| April | 28°C83°F | 24mm0.9in | 11.7h11.7h | |
| May | 27°C80°F | 0mm0.0in | 11.3h11.3h | in the recommended window |
| June | 25°C76°F | 0mm0.0in | 11.0h11.0h | in the recommended window |
| July | 24°C75°F | 0mm0.0in | 11.1h11.1h | in the recommended window |
| August | 28°C83°F | 0mm0.0in | 11.5h11.5h | in the recommended window |
| September | 32°C89°F | 0mm0.0in | 12.0h12.0h | in the recommended window |
| October | 35°C95°F | 4mm0.2in | 12.5h12.5h | in the recommended window |
| November | 34°C92°F | 44mm1.7in | 13.0h13.0h | |
| December | 31°C87°F | 145mm5.7in | 13.2h13.2h |
Good to know
- Currency
- USD · United States dollar
- Language
- English, Shona, Northern Ndebele, and more
- Plug
- G
- Driving
- on the left
United States: Type A, B at home, you will need an adapter. 220 V there, 120 V at home: check your charger says 100-240 V.
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When is the best time to visit Hwange & the Zimbabwean side of Victoria Falls?
The best time to visit Hwange & the Zimbabwean side of Victoria Falls is May–Oct, when typical daytime highs reach about 29°C (83°F).
How warm does Hwange & the Zimbabwean side of Victoria Falls get?
Typical daytime highs in Hwange & the Zimbabwean side of Victoria Falls are Mar–May 28°C (82°F), Jun–Aug 26°C (78°F), Sep–Nov 34°C (92°F), Dec–Feb 29°C (83°F).
Is Hwange & the Zimbabwean side of Victoria Falls expensive?
On the ground, Hwange & the Zimbabwean side of Victoria Falls is mid-range.
What sort of trip is Hwange & the Zimbabwean side of Victoria Falls good for?
Hwange & the Zimbabwean side of Victoria Falls is good for moving about and doing things, landscape doing the heavy lifting, the once-in-a-lifetime sort of thing, sunshine and salt water.