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Kariba, Zimbabwe
Mashonaland West · Zimbabwe
Kariba is a small city in Mashonaland West, Zimbabwe with a population of 27,600. Elevation: 2,228 ft (679 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kariba
Kariba is a resort town in Mashonaland West province, Zimbabwe, located close to the Kariba Dam at the north-eastern end of Lake Kariba, near the Zambian border. According to the 2022 Population Census, the town had a population of 27,600.
People
Climate
| Population | 27,600 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,228 ft (679 m) |
| Coordinates | -16.5167°, 28.8000° |
| Timezone | Africa/Harare |
| Country | 🇿🇼 Zimbabwe |
| State / Province | Mashonaland West |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.2 inches (715 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kariba
Kariba is a small city in Zimbabwe (Mashonaland West) with a population of 27,600. The city sits at an elevation of 2,228 feet (679 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Harare.
Climate in Kariba
Kariba has an average annual temperature of 24.6°C (76°F). The hottest month is Oct (29.1°C), the coldest is Jun (18.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 854 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.2°F |
| 39% above Zimbabwe avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 285 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,228 ft (679 m) |
| Area | 3,724.7 sq mi (9,646.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -16.5167°N, 28.8000°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Harare |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 7.3 in | Wettest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 6.3 in | |
| March | 78°F (25°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 76°F (25°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 7.0 in |
Kariba has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 67°F in July to 82°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 28.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.3") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Kariba
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kariba Heights Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nyamhunga Junior School | - | - | - | - |
| Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mahombekombe Junior School | - | - | - | - |
| Nyamhunga Senior School | - | - | - | - |
| Nyanhewe Junior School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Kariba
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Kariba
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh Produce Market |
Hotels in Kariba
11 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kariba
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Kariba
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Kariba
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kariba
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kariba
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kariba
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kariba
20 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kariba Airport | KAB | Medium Airport |
| Bumi Hills Airport | BZH | Small Airport |
| Charangwe Lower Zambezi Safari Lodge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chief Simupas Village Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chirundu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dandawa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fothergill Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gachegache Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kapoka Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kipling's Rukari Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Little Vundu Camp Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Majuaneti Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mana Pools Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mana West Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Maronga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Neyuka Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Rifa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Rukomeshe Research Station Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tashinga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tiger Bay Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kariba
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Kariba Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kariba
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Faith Apostolic Mission | |
| Family of God Church | |
| Kariba Community Church | |
| Saint Barbara's R.C. Church | |
| St Mary's Roman Catholic Church | |
| ZAOGA F.I.F |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Zimbabwe
13 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Kariba
What is the population of Kariba?
Kariba has a population of 27,600 residents and is located in Zimbabwe. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 3,724.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kariba?
Kariba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 78°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.