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Esigodini, Zimbabwe

Matabeleland South Province · Zimbabwe

Esigodini is a small town in Matabeleland South Province, Zimbabwe with a population of 2,228. Elevation: 3,875 ft (1,181 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,228 Population 3/sq mi density
3,875 ft Elevation 1,181 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
24.1 in Annual Rain
Africa / Harare Timezone

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About Esigodini

Esigodini, formerly known as Essexvale, is a town in the Matabeleland South Province of Zimbabwe. It is the administrative centre for Umzingwane District, one of the seven administrative districts in Matabeleland South. It was originally an estate of Frederick Selous, a British explorer, officer, professional hunter, and conservationist.

People

Population2,228
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
Rain24.1 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation3,875 ft (1,181 m)
Population2,228
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation3,875 ft (1,181 m)
Coordinates-20.2898°, 28.9226°
TimezoneAfrica/Harare
Country🇿🇼 Zimbabwe
State / ProvinceMatabeleland South Province
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation24.1 inches (612 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Esigodini

Esigodini is a small town in Zimbabwe (Matabeleland South Province) with a population of 2,228. The city sits at an elevation of 3,875 feet (1,181 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Harare.

Esigodini enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 292 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 24.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,875 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average66.6°F
23% above Zimbabwe avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,875 ft (1,181 m)
Area659.0 sq mi (1,706.8 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-20.2898°N, 28.9226°W
TimezoneAfrica/Harare

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.1"
37% below Zimbabwe avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.12"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.04"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 5.1 in Wettest
February 71°F (22°C) 4.6 in
March 70°F (21°C) 2.7 in
April 67°F (19°C) 1.3 in
May 62°F (16°C) 0.3 in
June 57°F (14°C) 0.1 in Coldest
July 57°F (14°C) 0.0 in Driest
August 61°F (16°C) 0.0 in
September 68°F (20°C) 0.3 in
October 72°F (22°C) 1.2 in Warmest
November 72°F (22°C) 3.5 in
December 72°F (22°C) 5.0 in

Esigodini has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 57°F in June to 72°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 24.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.1") and July the driest (0.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Esigodini

Institution Type Founded Website
Esigodini College of Agriculture College - ,

Schools in Esigodini

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Primary School - - - -
Falcon College - - - -
Sacred Heart Primary School - - - -
Mzingwane High School - - - -
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Farmers Markets in Esigodini

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Esigodini Vegetable Market

Train Stations in Esigodini

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Esigodini
Mbalabala

Airports Near Esigodini

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International AirportBUQLarge Airport
Filabusi Airport-Small Airport
Gwanda Airport-Small Airport
Inyati Airport-Small Airport
Kezi Airport-Small Airport
Umguza Airfield-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Harare
Elevation
1,181 m (3,875 ft)

🇿🇼 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 Esigodini

What is the population of Esigodini?

Esigodini has a population of 2,228 residents and is located in Zimbabwe. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 659.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Esigodini?

Esigodini enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.1 inches.

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