Temperature
Hot by day, mild at night.
86°Ftypical Aug high
Mana Pools National Park
Zimbabwe · Africa
Mana Pools National Park is most comfortable in local winter. Local summers are hot and local winters are mild. The wettest months are roughly December to March.
Best time to go
12 mo · Typical year
Temperature range
57°F to 97°F
Rain
7 days/mo
Sunshine
10.7 h/day
Humidity feel
Sometimes humid
When to visit
Month-by-month fit
Precipitation
One of the driest months, with very little rain.
~0%wet-day frequency
AmountWet-day chance
Sunshine
Plenty of sun this month.
11.2 hAug sunshine
Heat & humidity by month
Some hot afternoons, with mostly dry air.
Very dryAug heat feel
Easy airWarm airHot airHumid airVery humid air
Hourly comfort pattern
In August, afternoons feel about 81° and nights feel near 59°.
ColdCoolComfortableWarmHotSwelteringNight shading
More detailIncludes sky, daypart comfort, and wind
Cloud cover
Predominantly clear skies.
93%Aug clear sky
ClearCloud cover
Typical August day
August late afternoons are around 85°F, easing to about 75°F in early evening.
Avg temp Typical range
Morning76°F
Rain0%
Cloud11%
Humid airLow
Sun intensityModerate
Midday86°F
Rain0%
Cloud17%
Humid airLow
Sun intensityStrong
Late afternoon85°F
Rain0%
Cloud17%
Humid airLow
Sun intensityModerate
evening75°F
Rain0%
Cloud8%
Humid airLow
Sun intensityMinimal
Best windowWind pattern
Calm winds are typical in August.
7 mphAug Light breeze
Typical wind speed (mph)
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Want a side-by-side climate view? Compare Mana Pools National Park with Chobe National Park.
Climate data notePlanning guidance, not a forecast
Typical monthly values are based on long-term climate records. Useful for planning, not a forecast. Check the weather before you travel.
Local microclimates can vary by beach, neighborhood, trail, or elevation.
Last updated: Jul 31, 2026
Data & methodology