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Chimanimani, Zimbabwe

Manicaland · Zimbabwe

Chimanimani is a small town in Manicaland, Zimbabwe with a population of 2,752. Elevation: 5,135 ft (1,565 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,752 Population 1/sq mi density
5,135 ft Elevation 1,565 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 16°C
44.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Harare Timezone

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About Chimanimani

Chimanimani

Chimanimani, originally known as Melsetter, is a town in Zimbabwe.

People

Population2,752
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (16°C)
Rain44.6 in/yr
Sunny Days255/yr
Elevation5,135 ft (1,565 m)
Population2,752
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation5,135 ft (1,565 m)
Coordinates-19.8000°, 32.8667°
TimezoneAfrica/Harare
Country🇿🇼 Zimbabwe
State / ProvinceManicaland
Average Temperature62°F (16°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation44.6 inches (1,133 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Chimanimani

Chimanimani is a small town in Zimbabwe (Manicaland) with a population of 2,752. The city sits at an elevation of 5,135 feet (1,565 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Harare.

Chimanimani enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 255 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,135 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average61.6°F
14% above Zimbabwe avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days255 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,135 ft (1,565 m)
Area3,058.5 sq mi (7,921.6 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-19.8000°N, 32.8667°W
TimezoneAfrica/Harare

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.6"
17% above Zimbabwe avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 9.61"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.47"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

24 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Feb 1, 2021.

Mar 29, 2008 112 km SSE of Chipinge, Zimbabwe M4.7 145 km
Jun 30, 2006 126 km SE of Chipinge, Zimbabwe M4.6 147 km
Apr 29, 2008 107 km SSE of Chipinge, Zimbabwe M4.6 138 km
Mar 25, 2006 109 km SSE of Chipinge, Zimbabwe M4.5 142 km
May 21, 2006 9 km S of Dorowa Mining Lease, Zimbabwe M4.5 137 km
Apr 15, 2006 106 km SSE of Chipinge, Zimbabwe M4.5 141 km
Mar 8, 2006 116 km SSE of Chipinge, Zimbabwe M4.4 147 km
Mar 1, 2006 108 km SSE of Chipinge, Zimbabwe M4.4 141 km
Mar 31, 2008 99 km SSE of Chipinge, Zimbabwe M4.4 135 km
Jul 8, 2013 97 km SSE of Chipinge, Zimbabwe M4.4 137 km
Mar 15, 2006 Zimbabwe M4.4 126 km
Apr 26, 2013 88 km E of Chimanimani, Zimbabwe M4.3 89 km
Feb 1, 2021 35 km E of Chipinge, Zimbabwe M4.3 43 km
Jul 19, 2006 91 km SSE of Chipinge, Zimbabwe M4.3 129 km
Nov 2, 1990 104 km SE of Chipinge, Zimbabwe M4.2 120 km
Feb 23, 2006 Mozambique M4.2 149 km
Mar 22, 2018 Mozambique M4.2 140 km
Aug 28, 2019 51 km SSE of Chipinge, Zimbabwe M4.2 90 km
May 10, 2006 108 km SSE of Chipinge, Zimbabwe M4.1 140 km
Jul 8, 2013 104 km SSE of Chipinge, Zimbabwe M4.1 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4.

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Eloise Category 2 120 km
2019 Idai Category 3 87 km
2007 Favio Category 2 187 km
2003 Japhet Category 2 185 km
2000 Eline:leone Category 4 74 km
1997 Lisette Category 1 269 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 9.6 in Warmest, Wettest
February 66°F (19°C) 8.5 in
March 64°F (18°C) 5.9 in
April 62°F (17°C) 2.1 in
May 58°F (15°C) 0.9 in
June 54°F (12°C) 0.7 in
July 54°F (12°C) 0.7 in Coldest
August 57°F (14°C) 0.5 in Driest
September 61°F (16°C) 0.7 in
October 65°F (18°C) 1.9 in
November 66°F (19°C) 4.5 in
December 66°F (19°C) 8.6 in

Chimanimani has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 54°F in July to 66°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 44.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (9.6") and August the driest (0.5").

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Restaurants in Chimanimani

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Blessmark Restaurant

Clinics in Chimanimani

4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Charter Estates Health Center
Chikukwa Rural Health Center
Chimanimani Village Health Center
Nyahode Rural Health Center

Bus Stations in Chimanimani

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ZW #4393876690

Gas Stations in Chimanimani

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ZW #2718678016

Airports Near Chimanimani

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chimoio AirportVPYMedium Airport
Chipinge AirportCHJSmall Airport
Chipinge Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Espungabera Airport-Small Airport
Hot Springs Airport-Small Airport
Middle Sabi Airport-Small Airport
Nyanyadzi Airport-Small Airport
Ratelshoek Airport-Small Airport
Sussundenga Airport-Small Airport
Tilbury Airport-Small Airport

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Waterfalls
4
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Harare
Elevation
1,470 m (4,823 ft)
Founded
1892
Website
chimanimani.com/

🇿🇼 About Zimbabwe

Capital Harare
Population 16,868,409
Area 390,580 km²
GDP (USD) $35,871,779,681
GDP per capita $2,195
HDI 0.550
Life expectancy 62.8 years
Internet users 38.4%
Urban population 39.3%
Currency ZWG (Zimbabwe Gold)
Languages Chibarwe, English, Kalanga, Khoisan, Ndau, Northern Ndebele, Chewa, Shona, Sotho, Tonga, Tswana, ...
Calling code +263
TLD .zw
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Zimbabwe

13 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Feb 21 Robert Mugabe National Youth Day Robert Mugabe National Youth Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Saturday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 18 Independence Day Independence Day
May 1 Worker's Day Worker's Day
May 25 Africa Day Africa Day
Aug 10 Heroes' Day Heroes' Day
Aug 11 Defence Forces Day Defence Forces Day
Dec 22 Unity Day Unity Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chimanimani

What is the population of Chimanimani?

Chimanimani has a population of 2,752 residents and is located in Zimbabwe. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 3,058.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chimanimani?

Chimanimani enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.6 inches.

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