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Kwekwe, Zimbabwe
Midlands Province · Zimbabwe
Kwekwe is a large city in Midlands Province, Zimbabwe with a population of 119,863. Elevation: 3,947 ft (1,203 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kwekwe
Kwekwe, formerly known as Que Que, is a city in the Midlands province in central Zimbabwe. The city has a population of 119,863 within the city limits, as of the 2022 census, making it the 7th-largest city in Zimbabwe and the second-most populous city in the Midlands, behind Gweru.
People
Climate
| Population | 119,863 |
| Population Density | 398 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,947 ft (1,203 m) |
| Coordinates | -18.9281°, 29.8149° |
| Timezone | Africa/Harare |
| Country | 🇿🇼 Zimbabwe |
| State / Province | Midlands Province |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.3 inches (642 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kwekwe
Kwekwe is a large city in Zimbabwe (Midlands Province) with a population of 119,863. The city sits at an elevation of 3,947 feet (1,203 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Harare.
Climate in Kwekwe
Kwekwe has an average annual temperature of 20.1°C (68°F). The hottest month is Nov (23.3°C), the coldest is Jul (14.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 0 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.8°F |
| 27% above Zimbabwe avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 290 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,947 ft (1,203 m) |
| Area | 301.3 sq mi (780.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 398/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -18.9281°N, 29.8149°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Harare |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 6.0 in | Wettest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 71°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 1.0 in | Warmest |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 5.9 in |
Kwekwe has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 59°F in June to 75°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 25.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.0") and July the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Kwekwe
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kwekwe Polytechnic College | College | - | , |
| Kwekwe Polytechnic Electrical Engineering Lab | College | - | Visit → |
| Mlezu Agricultural College | College | - | , |
Schools in Kwekwe
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ruvimbo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Manunure High School | - | - | - | - |
| Kwekwe High School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Kwekwe
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kwekwe Mining Museum | ||||
| National Mining Museum |
Hotels in Kwekwe
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kwekwe
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Kwekwe
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Kwekwe
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kwekwe
7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kwekwe
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kwekwe
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Josiah Tungamirai Air Force Base | GWE | Medium Airport |
| Bosbury Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cam+Motor Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Eduan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gweru Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Itafa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kwekwe Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Kwekwe East Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Zisco Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kwekwe
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kingdom hall of jehovah's witnesses msasa | |
| Moschee | |
| St Luke's Church |
Quick Facts
Around Kwekwe
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
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Public Holidays in Zimbabwe
13 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Kwekwe
What is the population of Kwekwe?
Kwekwe has a population of 119,863 residents and is located in Zimbabwe. The population density is 398 people per square mile, spread across 301.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kwekwe?
Kwekwe enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.3 inches.