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Karoi, Zimbabwe

Mashonaland West · Zimbabwe

Karoi is a mid-size city in Mashonaland West, Zimbabwe with a population of 37,564. Elevation: 4,131 ft (1,259 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

37,564 Population 5/sq mi density
4,131 ft Elevation 1,259 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 20°C
31.3 in Annual Rain
Africa / Harare Timezone

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About Karoi

Karoi is a town in Zimbabwe.

People

Population37,564
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)
Rain31.3 in/yr
Sunny Days279/yr
Elevation4,131 ft (1,259 m)
Population37,564
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation4,131 ft (1,259 m)
Coordinates-16.8099°, 29.6925°
TimezoneAfrica/Harare
Country🇿🇼 Zimbabwe
State / ProvinceMashonaland West
Average Temperature67°F (20°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation31.3 inches (795 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Karoi

Karoi is a mid-size city in Zimbabwe (Mashonaland West) with a population of 37,564. The city sits at an elevation of 4,131 feet (1,259 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Harare.

Climate in Karoi

Karoi has an average annual temperature of 19.7°C (67°F). The hottest month is Nov (22.7°C), the coldest is Jul (15.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 807 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21.4°C / 71°F 16.9° / 26° 168.2
Feb 21.2°C / 70°F 16.8° / 25.7° 203.1
Mar 21°C / 70°F 16.1° / 26° 122.0
Apr 19.8°C / 68°F 14° / 25.6° 42.5
May 17.6°C / 64°F 11.1° / 24.2° 8.8
Jun 15.4°C / 60°F 8.5° / 22.2° 2.3
Jul 15.2°C / 59°F 8.1° / 22.3° 3.2
Aug 17.1°C / 63°F 9.6° / 24.6° 0.4
Sep 20.6°C / 69°F 13.1° / 28° 3.8
Oct 22.3°C / 72°F 15.6° / 29° 25.0
Nov 22.7°C / 73°F 16.8° / 28.6° 65.1
Dec 21.6°C / 71°F 17° / 26.3° 163.0
Karoi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 279 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 31.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,131 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average67.3°F
25% above Zimbabwe avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days279 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,131 ft (1,259 m)
Area8,272.6 sq mi (21,426.0 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-16.8099°N, 29.6925°W
TimezoneAfrica/Harare

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.3"
18% below Zimbabwe avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 7.48"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.3 on Jan 5, 2025.

Feb 3, 2001 40 km SSW of Siavonga, Zambia M4.8 126 km
Feb 3, 2007 11 km W of Chirundu, Zimbabwe M4.5 133 km
Nov 30, 1992 31 km WNW of Siavonga, Zambia M4.3 140 km
Jan 5, 2025 32 km S of Kariba, Zimbabwe M4.3 90 km
Aug 2, 2022 39 km SW of Siavonga, Zambia M4.1 133 km
Jan 10, 2000 30 km ENE of Kariba, Zimbabwe M3.7 83 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 7.5 in Wettest
February 70°F (21°C) 7.1 in
March 70°F (21°C) 4.1 in
April 67°F (20°C) 1.4 in
May 63°F (17°C) 0.2 in
June 60°F (15°C) 0.1 in
July 59°F (15°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
August 63°F (17°C) 0.0 in
September 69°F (20°C) 0.1 in
October 73°F (23°C) 0.8 in
November 73°F (23°C) 3.0 in Warmest
December 71°F (22°C) 7.0 in

Karoi has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 59°F in July to 73°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 31.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.5") and July the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Karoi

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Karoi Enterprises Secondary School - - - -
Karoi Enterprises Secondary School - - - -
Karoi Junior School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Karoi

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Libraries in Karoi

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Karoi Library0.0

Hotels in Karoi

5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bliss Lodge
Rehoboth Lodge
Spring Lodge
The Champion Lodge
Twin River Inn

Restaurants in Karoi

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Damview Patio Car Wash & Eatery
Spring Lodge Restaurant

Clinics in Karoi

4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chikangwe Clinic
Nyama Clinic
Zimbabwe Prison and Correctional Services Karoi Clinic
Zimbabwe Republic Police Clinic Karoi

Veterinaries in Karoi

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ZW #2122283998

Bus Stations in Karoi

2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chikangwe Bus Station
Wajetsi Turnoff

Gas Stations in Karoi

6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BP
BP
Puma
Total
Zuva
ZW #911024798

Banks in Karoi

4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Agri Bank
CBZ Bank
Royal Bank
ZABG Bank

Airports Near Karoi

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
C.C. Strip-Small Airport
Gombera Airport-Small Airport
Longuiel Airport-Small Airport
Mhangura Airport-Small Airport
Renroc Airport-Small Airport
Rukomeshe Research Station Airstrip-Small Airport
Tengwe Airport-Small Airport
Yomba Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Karoi

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Karoi Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Karoi

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Assembly Hall of Jehovah's Witness
Assembly Hall of Jehovah's witnesses
Church of Christ
NG Kerk Karoi
Zaogafif, Hurungwe East Dist. Miracle Centre

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Harare
Elevation
1,275 m (4,183 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 Karoi

What is the population of Karoi?

Karoi has a population of 37,564 residents and is located in Zimbabwe. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 8,272.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Karoi?

Karoi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.3 inches.

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