The best times to visit Makonde for ideal weather are

March 26th to June 10th

or

August 13th to October 7th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Makonde Travel Info

Weather in Makonde

Temperature

Average temperatures in Makonde vary somewhat. Considering humidity, temperatures feel very enjoyable all year with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is more temperate than most — in the 73rd percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Makonde, the hottest months are October, November, and then December. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid November where highs are regularly around 89.5°F (31.9°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 66°F (18.9°C) at night.

Makonde Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Makonde Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Makonde Perceived Temperature (F)

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Makonde Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Makonde Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 79.4 70.9 63.3
Feb 79.3 70.8 62.4
Mar 80.3 70.2 60.8
Apr 78.7 67.8 57
May 78 65.2 51.3
Jun 74 61.2 47.6
Jul 74 61.3 46.5
Aug 78.6 65.3 49.7
Sep 84.3 71.6 56.3
Oct 87.5 76.2 61.8
Nov 86.2 76 63.8
Dec 82.5 73.3 63.8

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 26.3 21.6 17.4
Feb 26.3 21.6 16.9
Mar 26.8 21.2 16
Apr 25.9 19.9 13.9
May 25.6 18.4 10.7
Jun 23.3 16.2 8.7
Jul 23.3 16.3 8.1
Aug 25.9 18.5 9.8
Sep 29.1 22 13.5
Oct 30.8 24.6 16.6
Nov 30.1 24.4 17.7
Dec 28.1 22.9 17.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Makonde are July, August, and then September. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid May. For example, on the week of May 7th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early January with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of January 1st.

When can you find snow in Makonde? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Makonde.

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Days with precipitation

Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Makonde (in).

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Snow depth

Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 42% 0 9.1
Feb 34% 0 5.4
Mar 21% 0 2.8
Apr 9% 0 1.4
May 0% 0 0
Jun 1% 0 0.1
Jul 0% 0 0
Aug 0% 0 0
Sep 0% 0 0
Oct 3% 0 0.3
Nov 13% 0 3.2
Dec 23% 0 4.5

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 42 0 23.1
Feb 34 0 13.7
Mar 21 0 7.1
Apr 9 0 3.6
May 0 0 0
Jun 1 0 0.3
Jul 0 0 0
Aug 0 0 0
Sep 0 0 0
Oct 3 0 0.8
Nov 13 0 8.1
Dec 23 0 11.4

 

Humidity and Wind

Makonde has some very humid months, and slightly dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is September (32.7% relative humidity), and the most humid month is January (76.2%).

Wind in Makonde is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is October, followed by September and November. October’s average wind speed of around 5.6 knots (6.4 MPH or 10.3 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid October where average top sustained speeds reach 9.8 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Makonde.

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Avg. Relative Humidity

Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Max Sustained Wind
Average Daily Wind

Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 2.8 Barely noticeable 5.4 Light breeze
Feb 3.1 Barely noticeable 6 Light breeze
Mar 3.4 Barely noticeable 6.4 Light breeze
Apr 3.4 Barely noticeable 6.4 Light breeze
May 3.3 Barely noticeable 6.6 Light breeze
Jun 3.7 Barely noticeable 7.2 Gentle breeze
Jul 3.7 Barely noticeable 6.8 Light breeze
Aug 4.3 Light breeze 7.4 Gentle breeze
Sep 5 Light breeze 8.6 Light breeze
Oct 5.6 Light breeze 9.3 Gentle breeze
Nov 4.8 Light breeze 8.7 Light breeze
Dec 3.8 Barely noticeable 6.9 Light breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 76.2%
Feb 75.8%
Mar 72.8%
Apr 66.4%
May 53.9%
Jun 49.4%
Jul 44.9%
Aug 36.8%
Sep 32.7%
Oct 33.1%
Nov 45.4%
Dec 62.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Makonde?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings for Zimbabwe; exercise a high degree of caution. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Oct 17, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Makonde, Zimbabwe is June, followed by November and January. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Makonde in March. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 51.5 in March means 51.5% of the tourists vs. June.

 

 

Overall Makonde Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 81°F (27.2°C) and 76.4°F (24.7°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 0 to 6 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is the slowest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Winter (June through August)

The middle-year months have comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the least precipitation with about 0 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Makonde, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 89.5°F (31.9°C) and 82°F (27.8°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 0 to 4 days per month. Tourism is the busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be higher priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Makonde to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 84.2°F (29°C) and 78.4°F (25.8°C). On average, it rains or snows a great amount: 7 to 13 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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