If you're looking for a destination with great weather in October, look no more – Harare is a perfect choice. Expect average maximum temperatures of +28°C and plenty of sunshine, with around 16 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rainfall, with approximately 26 mm of precipitation over an average of 7 rainy days. So, pack your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it's most likely going to be amazing weather. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
October is usually the hottest month of the year in Harare;
Average weather
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+28°C
Avg. max. temperature
+7°C
Min.
+36°C
Max.
26 mm
Total precipitation
52%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
16 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
7 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Harare has great weather in October.
Average temperature in Harare in October
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Harare for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in October is +29°C with a maximum of +34°C and a minimum of +11°C.
The average maximum temperature goes down 43% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +33°C to +23°C.
Is Harare warm or cold in October?
Harare is typically warm in October.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +27°C to +28°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +13°C to +15°C.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
October is the hottest month in Harare, here is the comparison with other months:
Climate in Harare in October
Harare weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
September
October
November
Avg. temperature
+27°C
+28°C
+27°C
Min. temperature
+4°C
+7°C
+9°C
Max. temperature
+34°C
+36°C
+35°C
Rainfall
3 mm
26 mm
81 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
2 m/s
Humidity
48%
52%
62%
Air pressure
1017 HPa
1015 HPa
1013 HPa
Sunny days
23
16
7
Cloudy days
5
6
5
Rainy days
2
7
14
Snowy days
0
0
0
October weather is still as great as in September.It’s getting warmer as October arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +27°C to +28°C during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 3 mm to 26 mm.Humidity rises from 48% to 52%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 3 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 23 sunny days in September to 16 in October.
Next month (November) brings a further decline in the weather.
Wind speed in Harare in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Harare is gradually increasing during October, going from 3 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Harare based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in October is about 45 mm, with a 16% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 26 mm, which is moderate rain.On average, there are about 5 rainy days during October, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how October is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Harare wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 71% chance of precipitation and 210 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 6% chance of precipitation and 1 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last October in Harare?
This is the weather in Harare in October 2023:
1 October
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+33°C
2 October
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+27°C
3 October
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+27°C
4 October
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+29°C
5 October
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+29°C
6 October
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+30°C
7 October
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+31°C
8 October
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+33°C
9 October
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+32°C
10 October
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+30°C
11 October
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+29°C
12 October
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+31°C
13 October
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+34°C
14 October
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+33°C
15 October
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+28°C
16 October
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+25°C
17 October
🌧️
+24°C
18 October
🌧️
+25°C
19 October
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+25°C
20 October
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+26°C
21 October
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+28°C
22 October
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+31°C
23 October
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+30°C
24 October
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+30°C
25 October
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+32°C
26 October
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+30°C
27 October
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+30°C
28 October
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+31°C
29 October
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+32°C
30 October
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+23°C
31 October
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+23°C
In October 2023 Harare had 19 sunny days, 10 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +29°C, with an absolute maximum of +34°C and a minimum of +23°C. The average humidity was 55%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 17%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 7 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in October?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Harare climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Harare in October has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1981 (+23°C) and the highest in 2019 (+26°C). The driest year was 2002 with only 429 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2017 with 1187 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Harare in October:
Is October a good time to visit Harare?
Yes, October is a great time to go to Harare, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a good time to visit Harare.
Can you sunbathe in Harare in October?
October is warm in Harare. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Is Harare rainy in October?
Harare is usually dry in October. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Harare in October?
The amount of sunny days in Harare during October varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Harare, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.