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Chakari, Zimbabwe
Mashonaland West · Zimbabwe
Chakari is a small city in Mashonaland West, Zimbabwe with a population of 6,472. Elevation: 3,632 ft (1,107 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Chakari
Chakari is a mining village in the province of Mashonaland West, Zimbabwe. It is located about 33Â km west of Chegutu and 38Â km north of Kadoma. According to the 1982 Population Census, the village had a population of 8,415. The village grew up around the Turkois Mine in 1907 and was named after the mine. In 1911 it was renamed Shagari but the name was changed again in 1923 to its current name, Chakari. Gold is still mined at the Dalny Mine which is one of Zimbabwe's largest producers of gold. Maize, wheat, sorghum, barley and cotton are grown in the area. This area has red soil that is high is minerals that makes it great for farming crops.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,472 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,632 ft (1,107 m) |
| Coordinates | -18.0629°, 29.8925° |
| Timezone | Africa/Harare |
| Country | 🇿🇼 Zimbabwe |
| State / Province | Mashonaland West |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.5 inches (724 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chakari
Chakari is a small city in Zimbabwe (Mashonaland West) with a population of 6,472. The city sits at an elevation of 3,632 feet (1,107 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Harare.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.1°F |
| 30% above Zimbabwe avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 284 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,632 ft (1,107 m) |
| Area | 6,488.3 sq mi (16,804.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -18.0629°N, 29.8925°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Harare |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 6.5 in | |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 5.9 in | |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 71°F (21°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 62°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 6.5 in | Wettest |
Chakari has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 61°F in July to 77°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 28.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.5") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Chakari
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tawstock Primary school | - | - | - | - |
| Grantlly junior school | - | - | - | - |
| Dalny Mine High School | - | - | - | - |
| Dalny Mine 1 Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Chakari
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Druel shopping center |
Clinics in Chakari
4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Chakari
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bosbury Airport | - | Small Airport |
| C.C. Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Cam+Motor Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chigwell Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Eduan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Itafa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mkonono Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mubayira Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pamuzinda Safari Lodge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sanyati Estate Airport | - | Small Airport |
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Public Holidays in Zimbabwe
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What is the population of Chakari?
Chakari has a population of 6,472 residents and is located in Zimbabwe. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 6,488.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chakari?
Chakari enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.5 inches.