When to go · Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe in October
Good month. Hottest month; falls lowest (Zambian side may be almost dry), Zimbabwe side still flows.
Key facts
- Verdict
- Good
- Crowds
- Medium
- Zimbabwe
- Prices
- High
- Zimbabwe
Verdict
GoodVoykit month rating for Zimbabwe
Hottest month; falls lowest (Zambian side may be almost dry), Zimbabwe side still flows.
Weather in October
- Victoria Falls and Hwange · 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.
- Zambezi Valley · Mana Pools, Lower Zambezi side, Karibahot
Low-lying and very hot in October (40 °C+). Mana Pools closes to most camps from about November to March.
- Highveld · Harare, Bulawayo, Great Zimbabwe, Matobofine
At 1,000–1,500 m: mild, with cold winter nights; summer afternoon storms.
- Eastern Highlands · Nyanga, Bvumba, Chimanimanibest weather
Misty and cool; hiking best April–October.
Crowds and prices
- Crowds · Zimbabwe
- Medium
- Prices · Zimbabwe
- High
High-price month: see what to book ahead.
What to pack
- Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and sunscreen
Where to go in October
Rated best or good this month
Eastern Highlands
Best weather of the year (Nyanga, Bvumba, Chimanimani)