When to go · Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls in October
Mixed month. Very hot; lowest water at the falls.
Key facts
- Verdict
- Mixed
- Temperature
- 34°C93°F / 18°C64°F
- average high / low
- Rain days
- 2
- Crowds
- Medium
- Zimbabwe overall
- Prices
- High
- Zimbabwe overall
Verdict
MixedVoykit month rating for Victoria Falls
Very hot; lowest water at the falls.
Weather in October
- Victoria FallsHighs around 34 °C, lows around 18 °C, rain on about 2 daysHighs around 93 °F, lows around 64 °F, rain on about 2 days
- Victoria Falls and Hwange, Zimbabwe · Victoria Falls, Hwangehot
Falls in full flood Mar–May with heavy spray; clearest views June–August; the Zimbabwe side keeps water all year. Hwange's pans draw game from August.
Hot dry season
Best wildlife viewing and low-water pools on the Zambian side.
Watch: Heat up to 34 C and the lowest falls.
Crowds and prices
- Crowds · Zimbabwe overall
- Medium
- Prices · Zimbabwe overall
- High
Zimbabwe overall: Hottest month; falls lowest (Zambian side may be almost dry), Zimbabwe side still flows.
High-price month: see what to book ahead.
What to pack
- Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and sunscreen