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Macheke, Zimbabwe
Mashonaland East Province · Zimbabwe
Macheke is a small town in Mashonaland East Province, Zimbabwe with a population of 3,642. Elevation: 5,010 ft (1,527 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Macheke
Macheke is a small Zimbabwean town located in Murehwa District in the province of Mashonaland East, located about 105 km south-east of Harare on the main A3 Harare-Mutare highway road. According to the 1982 population census, the town had a population of 1,888. It was named after the Macheke River and means "you have divided".
People
Climate
| Population | 3,642 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,010 ft (1,527 m) |
| Coordinates | -18.1390°, 31.8493° |
| Timezone | Africa/Harare |
| Country | 🇿🇼 Zimbabwe |
| State / Province | Mashonaland East Province |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.8 inches (834 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Macheke
Macheke is a small town in Zimbabwe (Mashonaland East Province) with a population of 3,642. The city sits at an elevation of 5,010 feet (1,527 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Harare.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.8°F |
| 16% above Zimbabwe avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 276 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,010 ft (1,527 m) |
| Area | 1,803.1 sq mi (4,670.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -18.1390°N, 31.8493°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Harare |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (19°C) | 7.4 in | Wettest |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 6.1 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 3.8 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 0.3 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| November | 67°F (20°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 67°F (19°C) | 7.3 in |
Macheke has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 54°F in July to 68°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 32.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.4") and July the driest (0.1").
Schools in Macheke
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chirarangwe Primary school | - | - | - | - |
| Macheke Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Hotels in Macheke
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Macheke
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Macheke
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Macheke
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Macheke
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mutoko Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Dudley Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Home Park Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Marondera Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Murewa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rusape South Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wedza Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Zimbabwe
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What is the population of Macheke?
Macheke has a population of 3,642 residents and is located in Zimbabwe. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,803.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Macheke?
Macheke enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.8 inches.