When to go · Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls in September
Great month. Hot; lower water shows more of the gorge.
Key facts
- Verdict
- Great
- Temperature
- 32°C90°F / 14°C57°F
- average high / low
- Rain days
- 1
- Crowds
- High
- Zimbabwe overall
- Prices
- High
- Zimbabwe overall
Verdict
GreatVoykit month rating for Victoria Falls
Hot; lower water shows more of the gorge.
Weather in September
- Victoria FallsHighs around 32 °C, lows around 14 °C, rain on about 1 dayHighs around 90 °F, lows around 57 °F, rain on about 1 day
- Victoria Falls and Hwange, Zimbabwe · Victoria Falls, Hwangebest weather
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
- High
- Prices · Zimbabwe overall
- High
Zimbabwe overall: Hot and dry; game concentrated at water.
High-price month: see what to book ahead.
What to pack
- Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and sunscreen