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Headlands, Zimbabwe

Manicaland · Zimbabwe

Headlands is a small town in Manicaland, Zimbabwe with a population of 1,728. Elevation: 5,128 ft (1,563 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,728 Population 0/sq mi density
5,128 ft Elevation 1,563 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
31.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Harare Timezone

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About Headlands


Headlands is a township in the province of Manicaland, Zimbabwe, on the main Harare-Mutare road about 136 km (85 mi) from Harare. A trading post and tobacco farming area, it was established in 1891 by white settlers. Originally named Laurencedale after the settlers' leader, Laurence van der Byl, the township's name was changed to Headlands in 1897. By 1898 the railway arrived. Copper was discovered about 34 km (21 mi) away in 1908. Inyati Mine is in the district Headlands.

People

Population1,728
Density0/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain31.0 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr
Elevation5,128 ft (1,563 m)
Population1,728
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation5,128 ft (1,563 m)
Coordinates-18.2773°, 32.0515°
TimezoneAfrica/Harare
Country🇿🇼 Zimbabwe
State / ProvinceManicaland
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation31.0 inches (787 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Headlands

Headlands is a small town in Zimbabwe (Manicaland) with a population of 1,728. The city sits at an elevation of 5,128 feet (1,563 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Harare.

Headlands enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 280 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 31.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,128 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average61.9°F
15% above Zimbabwe avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days280 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,128 ft (1,563 m)
Area4,150.1 sq mi (10,748.7 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-18.2773°N, 32.0515°W
TimezoneAfrica/Harare

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.0"
18% below Zimbabwe avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 7.17"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.5 on May 21, 2006.

May 21, 2006 9 km S of Dorowa Mining Lease, Zimbabwe M4.5 103 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3.

Year Name Category Closest
2019 Idai Category 3 190 km
2000 Eline:leone Category 3 253 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 7.2 in Wettest
February 66°F (19°C) 5.7 in
March 65°F (18°C) 3.5 in
April 63°F (17°C) 1.3 in
May 58°F (14°C) 0.4 in
June 54°F (12°C) 0.1 in
July 53°F (12°C) 0.1 in Coldest
August 57°F (14°C) 0.0 in Driest
September 62°F (17°C) 0.3 in
October 67°F (19°C) 1.3 in Warmest
November 66°F (19°C) 4.3 in
December 66°F (19°C) 6.8 in

Headlands has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 53°F in July to 67°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 31.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.2") and August the driest (0.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Headlands

Institution Type Founded Website
Chiropa Primary School College - ,

Restaurants in Headlands

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Halfway House

Clinics in Headlands

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Headlands Clinic

Train Stations in Headlands

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Headlands

Airports Near Headlands

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aberdeen Airport-Small Airport
Dudley Airport-Small Airport
Grand Reef Airport-Small Airport
Home Park Airport-Small Airport
Marondera Airport-Small Airport
Murewa Airport-Small Airport
Mutare AirportUTASmall Airport
Rusape South Airport-Small Airport
Wedza Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Harare
Elevation
1,563 m (5,128 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 Headlands

What is the population of Headlands?

Headlands has a population of 1,728 residents and is located in Zimbabwe. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 4,150.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Headlands?

Headlands enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.0 inches.

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