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Gweru, Zimbabwe
Midlands Province · Zimbabwe
Gweru is a large city in Midlands Province, Zimbabwe with a population of 158,200. Elevation: 4,633 ft (1,412 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Gweru
Gweru, historically known as Gwelo, is the capital city of Zimbabwe's Midlands Province. Founded in 1894 as a military outpost by Leander Starr Jameson. the settlement grew from an area originally called "The Steep Place" by the Ndebele people, a reference to the high banks of the Gweru River. It achieved municipal status in 1914 and was declared a city in 1971.
People
Climate
| Population | 158,200 |
| Population Density | 527 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,633 ft (1,412 m) |
| Coordinates | -19.4500°, 29.8167° |
| Timezone | Africa/Harare |
| Country | 🇿🇼 Zimbabwe |
| State / Province | Midlands Province |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.9 inches (658 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gweru
Gweru is a large city in Zimbabwe (Midlands Province) with a population of 158,200. The city sits at an elevation of 4,633 feet (1,412 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Harare.
Climate in Gweru
Gweru has an average annual temperature of 18°C (64°F). The hottest month is Nov (21.2°C), the coldest is Jul (12.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 699 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.5°F |
| 23% above Zimbabwe avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 289 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,633 ft (1,412 m) |
| Area | 300.3 sq mi (777.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 527/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -19.4500°N, 29.8167°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Harare |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (21°C) | 5.6 in | |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 5.1 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 67°F (19°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 6.1 in | Wettest |
Gweru has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 57°F in July to 72°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 25.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.1") and July the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Gweru
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midlands State University | University | - | Visit → |
| Midlands State University Batanai Campus | University | - | , |
| Mkoba Teachers College | College | - | , |
| Senga Institute of Training and Development | College | - | , |
Schools in Gweru
15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mkoba 3 High School | - | - | - | - |
| ASCOT HIGH SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| Nashville High School | - | - | - | - |
| Thornhill High School | - | - | - | - |
| Midlands Christian School | - | - | - | - |
| Cecil John Rhodes School | - | - | - | - |
| Mambo High School | - | - | - | - |
| Senga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Chaplin High School | - | - | - | - |
| Muwunga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sandara Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Michaels School | - | - | - | - |
| Fletcher High School | - | - | - | - |
| Riverside Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Stanely Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Gweru
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Gweru
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aviation Muesum | ||||
| Boggie's Clock Tower | ||||
| Stock Exchange Building | ||||
| Zimbabwe Military Museum |
Libraries in Gweru
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Gweru
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Africa flea market | |||||
| Council marketplace | |||||
| Makurira Complex | |||||
| Mumvuri |
Hotels in Gweru
6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Gweru
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Gweru
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Gweru
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Gweru
9 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Gweru
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Gweru
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Gweru
4 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Gweru
14 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Gweru
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Gweru
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Gweru
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Gweru
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Josiah Tungamirai Air Force Base | GWE | Medium Airport |
| Eduan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gaths Mine Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gweru Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kwekwe Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Kwekwe East Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Zisco Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Gweru
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Gweru Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gweru
22 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| AFM in Zimbabwe (EDO) Assembly | |
| AFM IN ZIMBABWE CRC ASSEMBLY | |
| AFM in Zimbabwe Midlands South | |
| AFM Revival Centre | |
| Anglican Church of Zimbabwe | |
| Anglican Church of Zimbabwe | |
| Baptist Church | |
| Church of Christ | |
| Gweru Baptist church | |
| Jehovah's Witness | |
| johani the fifth | |
| Madamombe | |
| Methodist Church | |
| MSU CHAPEL | |
| Reformed Church in Zimbabwe (Dutch) | |
| St Marys | |
| St Peter's Roman Catholic Church | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints |
Quick Facts
Around Gweru
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
🇿🇼 About Zimbabwe
Public Holidays in Zimbabwe
13 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Gweru
What is the population of Gweru?
Gweru has a population of 158,200 residents and is located in Zimbabwe. The population density is 527 people per square mile, spread across 300.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gweru?
Gweru enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.9 inches.