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Bindura, Zimbabwe
Mashonaland Central · Zimbabwe
Bindura is a mid-size city in Mashonaland Central, Zimbabwe with a population of 50,400. Elevation: 3,668 ft (1,118 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bindura
Bindura is a city in the province of Mashonaland Central province, Zimbabwe. It is located in the Mazowe Valley about 88Â km north-east of Harare. According to the 1982 Population Census, the city had a population of 18,243. This rose to 21,167 in the 1992 census and in the 2012 census it had reached 46,275. It is the administrative capital of the province. Bindura Nickel, now called Trojan Nickel Mine, a subsidiary of Mwana Africa plc, mines nickel, copper and cobalt in the area and operates a smelter refinery just south of the town. Cotton and maize are grown intensely in the region. The first basic school in Bindura opened in 1912.
People
Climate
| Population | 50,400 |
| Population Density | 51 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,668 ft (1,118 m) |
| Coordinates | -17.3019°, 31.3306° |
| Timezone | Africa/Harare |
| Country | 🇿🇼 Zimbabwe |
| State / Province | Mashonaland Central |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.2 inches (844 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bindura
Bindura is a mid-size city in Zimbabwe (Mashonaland Central) with a population of 50,400. The city sits at an elevation of 3,668 feet (1,118 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Harare.
Climate in Bindura
Bindura has an average annual temperature of 20.4°C (69°F). The hottest month is Nov (24.4°C), the coldest is Jul (15°C). Average annual precipitation is 701 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.9°F |
| 22% above Zimbabwe avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 276 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,668 ft (1,118 m) |
| Area | 982.7 sq mi (2,545.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 51/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -17.3019°N, 31.3306°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Harare |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 8.6 in | Wettest |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 6.8 in | |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 4.2 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 7.4 in |
Bindura has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 56°F in July to 72°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 33.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (8.6") and August the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Bindura
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Astra_Campus | College | - | , |
| Bindura University (Chawagona Site) | University | - | , |
| Bindura University of Science Education main campus | University | - | , |
Schools in Bindura
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZEGU | - | - | - | - |
| Bindura University Mt Darwin Road Students' Residence | - | - | - | - |
| Chiwaridzo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Herman Gmeinerschool | - | - | - | - |
| Chipadze High School | - | - | - | - |
Hotels in Bindura
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Bindura
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Bindura
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Bindura
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Bindura
10 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Bindura
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bindura
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Bindura
2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Bindura
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Bindura
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport | HRE | Large Airport |
| Braebourne Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Celina Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Centenary Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Charles Prince Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dawsons Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Impinge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Langford Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mount Darwin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Murewa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Siyalima Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bindura
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Apostolic Faith Church ( Mugodhi) | |
| Lds church | |
| Roman Catholic Church | |
| Seventh Day Adventist Church Chiwaridzo | |
| Seventh-Day Adventist | |
| ZAOGA Bindura Local Mother Church | |
| ZAOGA PRAYER MOUNTAIN |
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Public Holidays in Zimbabwe
13 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Bindura?
Bindura has a population of 50,400 residents and is located in Zimbabwe. The population density is 51 people per square mile, spread across 982.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bindura?
Bindura enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.2 inches.