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Mashava, Zimbabwe
Masvingo Province · Zimbabwe
Mashava is a small city in Masvingo Province, Zimbabwe with a population of 12,994. Elevation: 3,432 ft (1,046 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Mashava
Mashava, originally known as Mashaba, is a mining village in Masvingo Province, Zimbabwe.
People
Climate
| Population | 12,994 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,432 ft (1,046 m) |
| Coordinates | -20.0367°, 30.4823° |
| Timezone | Africa/Harare |
| Country | 🇿🇼 Zimbabwe |
| State / Province | Masvingo Province |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 22.1 inches (562 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mashava
Mashava is a small city in Zimbabwe (Masvingo Province) with a population of 12,994. The city sits at an elevation of 3,432 feet (1,046 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Harare.
Climate in Mashava
Mashava has an average annual temperature of 20.9°C (70°F). The hottest month is Nov (25°C), the coldest is Jul (15°C). Average annual precipitation is 763 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.5°F |
| 27% above Zimbabwe avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 296 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,432 ft (1,046 m) |
| Area | 3,614.8 sq mi (9,362.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -20.0367°N, 30.4823°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Harare |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 4.7 in | Warmest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 4.3 in | |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 0.9 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 1.0 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 4.9 in | Wettest |
Mashava has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 59°F in July to 74°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 22.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.9") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Mashava
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Airports Near Mashava
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Josiah Tungamirai Air Force Base | GWE | Medium Airport |
| Masvingo International Airport | MVZ | Medium Airport |
| Belingwe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gaths Mine Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gweru Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Renco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Zvishavane Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Zimbabwe
13 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Mashava?
Mashava has a population of 12,994 residents and is located in Zimbabwe. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 3,614.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mashava?
Mashava enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.1 inches.