Climate in Victoria Falls — Annual Weather Overview
Victoria Falls has a mediterranean climate — hot dry summers and mild wet winters. The hottest month is October (average high 36.0°C) and the coolest is July (24.6°C). There is a noticeable seasonal temperature shift of 11.4°C between October and July. Annual rainfall totals around 776mm. January is the wettest month at 261.8mm, while August averages just 0.0mm. Average daily sunshine is 10.7 hours.
**Spring (September, October, November):** average highs 34.6°C, 59mm rain. **Summer (December, January, February):** average highs 28.5°C, 642mm rain. **Autumn (March, April, May):** average highs 28.0°C, 75mm rain. **Winter (June, July, August):** average highs 26.4°C, 0mm rain.
Victoria Falls — Monthly Temperatures
Victoria Falls — Monthly Rainfall
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Weather in Victoria Falls stays reasonable all year.
Victoria Falls weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun/day | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27.3°C | 19.7°C | 261.8mm | 8.9h | 24 | 8/10 |
| February | 27.8°C | 19.1°C | 174.8mm | 9.9h | 16 | 9/10 |
| March | 28.0°C | 18.3°C | 65.8mm | 10.8h | 10 | 10/10 |
| April | 28.5°C | 16.4°C | 8.8mm | 11.1h | 2 | 10/10 |
| May | 27.4°C | 13.1°C | 0.1mm | 10.8h | 0 | 10/10 |
| June | 25.3°C | 11.0°C | 0.1mm | 10.6h | 0 | 10/10 |
| July | 24.6°C | 10.1°C | 0.4mm | 10.7h | 0 | 10/10 |
| August | 29.4°C | 13.2°C | 0.0mm | 11.0h | 0 | 10/10 |
| September | 33.3°C | 17.3°C | 0.0mm | 11.6h | 0 | 10/10 |
| October | 36.0°C | 20.6°C | 4.7mm | 11.8h | 2 | 8/10 |
| November | 34.4°C | 21.4°C | 54.4mm | 11.2h | 9 | 10/10 |
| December | 30.5°C | 20.3°C | 205.2mm | 10.1h | 18 | 8/10 |
For the full verdict on when to go, see the best time to visit Victoria Falls and the Victoria Falls rainy season guide. Seasonal breakdowns: spring, summer, autumn and winter.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of climate does Victoria Falls have?
Victoria Falls has a mediterranean climate — hot dry summers and mild wet winters. Average highs range from 24.6°C in July to 36.0°C in October.
What is the hottest month in Victoria Falls?
October is the hottest month in Victoria Falls, with average highs of 36.0°C and lows of 20.6°C.
What is the coldest month in Victoria Falls?
July is the coolest month, with average highs of 24.6°C and lows of 10.1°C.
What is the wettest month in Victoria Falls?
January is the wettest month, averaging 261.8mm of rainfall over around 24 rainy days.
When is rainy season in Victoria Falls?
Rainy season in Victoria Falls runs December to February, when rainfall is significantly higher than the rest of the year. Full rainy season guide →
How much rain does Victoria Falls get per year?
Victoria Falls receives around 776mm of rain per year. The driest month is August (0.0mm).
When is the best time to visit Victoria Falls?
The best time to visit Victoria Falls is All year. See the full month-by-month guide →
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