Victoria Falls in Summer — Weather & What to Expect
Summer in Victoria Falls (December, January, February) averages daytime highs of 28.5°C and lows of 19.7°C, with around 641.8mm of rain across the season (58 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (December, January, February).
In the southern hemisphere, summer in Victoria Falls covers December, January, February.
Summer in Victoria Falls month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December | 30.5°C | 20.3°C | 205.2mm | 18 | 8/10 |
| January | 27.3°C | 19.7°C | 261.8mm | 24 | 8/10 |
| February | 27.8°C | 19.1°C | 174.8mm | 16 | 9/10 |
What to pack for Victoria Falls in summer
- Lightweight, breathable clothing
- High SPF sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Reusable water bottle
- Compact travel umbrella
- Waterproof jacket
- Quick-dry clothing
Frequently Asked Questions
Is summer a good time to visit Victoria Falls?
Summer in Victoria Falls rates around 8/10 — good time to visit. Average highs are 28.5°C with 641.8mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Victoria Falls in summer?
Daytime highs average 28.5°C (83.3°F) across December, January, February, with nights around 19.7°C.
What months are summer in Victoria Falls?
Victoria Falls is in the southern hemisphere, so summer covers December, January, February.
See also: best time to visit Victoria Falls · Victoria Falls annual climate · Victoria Falls in spring · Victoria Falls in autumn · Victoria Falls in winter
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Summer in Victoria Falls — what to pack
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.