Sun & Beach Potential
Excellent
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
May, June, August
January, February, December
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Generally dry
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The best time to visit Victoria Falls for a sun and beach holiday is May, June, August.
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Sun & Beach conditions breakdown
Monthly weather & climate data for Victoria Falls
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 55Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 25° | 177 |
February | 62Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 25° | 126 |
March | 69Suboptimal Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 25° | 88 |
April | 91Excellent Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 23° | 18 |
May | 100Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 20° | 3 |
June | 100Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 18° | 1 |
July | 99Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 17° | 0 |
August | 100Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 20° | 0 |
September | 87Excellent Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 25° | 2 |
October | 72Good Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 27° | 16 |
November | 61Suboptimal Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 27° | 71 |
December | 55Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 26° | 135 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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