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Plumtree, Zimbabwe
Matabeleland South Province · Zimbabwe
Plumtree is a small city in Matabeleland South Province, Zimbabwe with a population of 14,460. Elevation: 4,541 ft (1,384 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Plumtree
Plumtree is a town in Zimbabwe. Marula trees, wild plum trees grow abundantly in the area. The town was once called Getjenge by baKalanga. It is also often called Titji, meaning station, and referring to the railway station which was operating in the area around 1897.
People
Climate
| Population | 14,460 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,541 ft (1,384 m) |
| Coordinates | -20.4833°, 27.8167° |
| Timezone | Africa/Harare |
| Country | 🇿🇼 Zimbabwe |
| State / Province | Matabeleland South Province |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 22.5 inches (572 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Plumtree
Plumtree is a small city in Zimbabwe (Matabeleland South Province) with a population of 14,460. The city sits at an elevation of 4,541 feet (1,384 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Harare.
Climate in Plumtree
Plumtree has an average annual temperature of 20.4°C (69°F). The hottest month is Nov (24.7°C), the coldest is Jul (14.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 675 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.3°F |
| 23% above Zimbabwe avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 295 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,541 ft (1,384 m) |
| Area | 8,992.1 sq mi (23,289.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -20.4833°N, 27.8167°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Harare |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 4.1 in | |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 67°F (19°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 4.7 in |
Plumtree has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 56°F in June to 73°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 22.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.7") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Plumtree
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Izimnyama Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Phakamani High school | - | - | - | - |
| Plumtree High School | - | - | - | - |
| Dingumuzi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Train Stations in Plumtree
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Plumtree
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Plumtree
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Phillip Gaonwe Matante International Airport | FRW | Large Airport |
| Kezi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tsholothso Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Umguza Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Zimbabwe
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What is the population of Plumtree?
Plumtree has a population of 14,460 residents and is located in Zimbabwe. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 8,992.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Plumtree?
Plumtree enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.5 inches.