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Gokwe, Zimbabwe
Midlands Province · Zimbabwe
Gokwe is a mid-size city in Midlands Province, Zimbabwe with a population of 33,073. Elevation: 4,058 ft (1,237 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Gokwe
The Gokwe Region consists of the land in the area around Gokwe centre that was formerly under the control of the Shangwe people, a Shona-speaking group, which lay in the northern part of the Midlands province of northwestern Zimbabwe, and is now broken up into Gokwe South District and Gokwe North District. A number of other groups live in the area, including the Tonga, and Ndebele.
People
Climate
| Population | 33,073 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,058 ft (1,237 m) |
| Coordinates | -18.2048°, 28.9349° |
| Timezone | Africa/Harare |
| Country | 🇿🇼 Zimbabwe |
| State / Province | Midlands Province |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 29.3 inches (745 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gokwe
Gokwe is a mid-size city in Zimbabwe (Midlands Province) with a population of 33,073. The city sits at an elevation of 4,058 feet (1,237 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Harare.
Climate in Gokwe
Gokwe has an average annual temperature of 20.7°C (69°F). The hottest month is Oct (23.8°C), the coldest is Jul (15.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 785 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.6°F |
| 27% above Zimbabwe avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 283 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,058 ft (1,237 m) |
| Area | 4,177.8 sq mi (10,820.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -18.2048°N, 28.9349°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Harare |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 7.3 in | Wettest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 6.1 in | |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 60°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 1.0 in | Warmest |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 6.5 in |
Gokwe has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 59°F in July to 75°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 29.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.3") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Gokwe
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheziya Gokwe High School | - | - | - | - |
| Sesame Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ganye Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bova Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Jahana Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mapfungautsi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Gokwe
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Clinics in Gokwe
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Gokwe
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Gokwe
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chewonde Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gokwe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gokwe North Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sanyati Estate Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sencol Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sengwa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sengwa Gorge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sengwa Research Area Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Gokwe
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Gokwe Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gokwe
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Blessed Hope SDA Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Zimbabwe
13 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Gokwe
What is the population of Gokwe?
Gokwe has a population of 33,073 residents and is located in Zimbabwe. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 4,177.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gokwe?
Gokwe enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.3 inches.