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Hwange National Park

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Hwange National Park

Zimbabwe
Best timeJul–Oct
Set inZimbabwe
In season~84°F high
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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0).

ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

48–91°F
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Map showing the location of Hwange National Park
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Historical monthly weather

Sweet spotPeak May–Sep. Go in Apr, Oct for similar weather.

Sunny share of daylightAug · 86%
WarmestOct · 91°F
WettestJan
Best windowJul–Oct
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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.
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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

Zimbabwe's largest park, famous for enormous dry-season elephant herds at pumped waterholes.

Best time to visit

Aim for Jul–Oct, the 4 months that line up best.

Pairs well with

Victoria Falls
91 mi away
Chobe National Park
150 mi away
Moremi Game Reserve
249 mi away
Kafue National Park
257 mi away

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Hwange National Park?

The best time to visit Hwange National Park is July–October, in Zimbabwe.

Where is Hwange National Park?

Hwange National Park is in Zimbabwe.

What is Hwange National Park known for?

Zimbabwe's largest park, famous for enormous dry-season elephant herds at pumped waterholes.

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