Mashonaland East Province weather
Today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Mashonaland East Province, Zimbabwe. Like most weather services, we show Mashonaland East Province at one spot: Ruwa, its largest city. At 10:00 PM local time it was clear and 17°C (62°F). Little to no rain in the next 24 hours. Best months for weather: Apr–Oct.
Current conditions
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Hourly Forecast
Little to no rain in the next 24 hours
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Apr–OctOff season Dec–Feb
About Ruwa weather
Is it raining in Ruwa right now?
No. It’s clear and 17° right now. Little to no rain in the next 24 hours.
What’s the weather like in Ruwa this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 28–31° and lows of 12–16°. Little rain is expected. The driest day looks like Saturday.
Has it been raining in Ruwa lately?
In the past 7 days, Ruwa had 3 rainy days and 4.1 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Ruwa?
For the coming week, bring light, breathable clothes, sunscreen and a warm layer for the evenings.
Mashonaland East Province weather by month
When is the best time to visit Mashonaland East Province?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Mashonaland East Province is Apr–Oct, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Dec–Feb tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 21°C (70°F) in July to 31°C (87°F) in October.
What is the rainiest month in Mashonaland East Province?
December is the wettest month, with about 195 mm (7.7 in) of rain on average. August is the driest, with about 2 mm (0.1 in).
What is the hottest month in Mashonaland East Province?
October is the warmest, with average highs of 31°C (87°F) and lows of 14°C (57°F). July is the coolest, with highs of 21°C (70°F) and lows of 6°C (43°F).
Does Mashonaland East Province have a rainy season?
Yes. Dec–Jan is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Apr–Oct is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis for Ruwa), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months
Compare places in Mashonaland East Province
Weather can differ a lot within Mashonaland East Province: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.
| Place | Best months | Rainy months | Highs | Rain a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ruwa | Apr–Oct | Dec–Jan | 21–31°C | 788 mm |
| Marondera | Apr–Oct | Dec–Jan | 21–31°C | 788 mm |
| Mount Hampden | Apr–Oct | Dec–Feb | 22–32°C | 805 mm |