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Chirundu, Zimbabwe
Mashonaland West · Zimbabwe
Chirundu is a small town in Mashonaland West, Zimbabwe with a population of 1,911. Elevation: 1,319 ft (402 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Chirundu
Chirundu is a village and border post in Zimbabwe on the border with Zambia, in Mashonaland West province. The name Chirundu means "Big Hill". The village is located on the banks of the Zambezi river, and as a result it lies in the hot Zambezi Valley. It is the site of the Chirundu Bridges, two road bridges across the Zambezi river.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,911 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,319 ft (402 m) |
| Coordinates | -16.0333°, 28.8500° |
| Timezone | Africa/Harare |
| Country | 🇿🇼 Zimbabwe |
| State / Province | Mashonaland West |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.2 inches (717 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chirundu
Chirundu is a small town in Zimbabwe (Mashonaland West) with a population of 1,911. The city sits at an elevation of 1,319 feet (402 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Harare.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.8°F |
| 42% above Zimbabwe avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 285 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,319 ft (402 m) |
| Area | 3,724.7 sq mi (9,646.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -16.0333°N, 28.8500°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Harare |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 7.4 in | Wettest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 5.9 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 86°F (30°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest |
| November | 84°F (29°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 7.1 in |
Chirundu has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 67°F in June to 86°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 28.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.4") and June the driest (0.0").
Radio Stations near Chirundu
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
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Hotels in Chirundu
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Chirundu
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Chirundu
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chirundu
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Chirundu
19 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kenneth Kaunda International Airport | LUN | Large Airport |
| Kariba Airport | KAB | Medium Airport |
| Lusaka City Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Balmoral Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Charangwe Lower Zambezi Safari Lodge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chikwenya Game Lodge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Chilongolo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chirundu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dandawa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fothergill Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gachegache Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Little Vundu Camp Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Majuaneti Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mana Pools Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mana West Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rifa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Royal Zambezi Lodge Airstrip | RYL | Small Airport |
| Rukomeshe Research Station Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Silver Rest Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Chirundu
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Chirundu Post Office |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Chirundu
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Mana Pools National Park, Sapi and Chewore Safari Areas | Natural | 1984 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chirundu
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chirundu |
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Public Holidays in Zimbabwe
13 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Chirundu?
Chirundu has a population of 1,911 residents and is located in Zimbabwe. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 3,724.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chirundu?
Chirundu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.2 inches.