Harare – Zimbabweans can expect a mix of sunshine, mild temperatures, and isolated thundershowers over the next few days, according to a latest weather update from the Zimbabwe Meteorological Services Department (MSD) satellite-based forecast for Tuesday, 24 February 2026.
This morning, much of the country experienced mostly sunny and mild conditions, with western areas of Matabeleland North and Matabeleland South standing out as exceptions, as clouds from Botswana moved in. As the day progressed, these western provinces became warm and cloudy, with isolated thundershowers. Authorities remind residents: “When thunder roars, go indoors.”
Tomorrow, Wednesday 25 February, the forecast calls for mostly cloudy skies and warm conditions across Matabeleland North, Matabeleland South, and Bulawayo, with isolated downpours in some areas. Midlands and Mashonaland West provinces may also see localized showers, while Harare, Mashonaland East, Mashonaland Central, Masvingo, and Manicaland are expected to experience mild mornings, warming up by afternoon. The MSD advises people to seek shelter during lightning, stay hydrated, and wear sun protection during prolonged outdoor activity.
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Looking ahead to Thursday 26 February, partly cloudy and mild mornings will give way to mostly cloudy, warm afternoons, with thundershowers likely in Matabeleland North, Bulawayo, Harare, Midlands, and Mashonaland West and Central. Matabeleland South, Masvingo, and southern Manicaland may experience brief cloudy spells with light thundery showers, while Mashonaland East and northern Manicaland will be partly cloudy and warm. Residents are urged to take precautions against lightning, stay hydrated, and remain alert to sudden weather changes.
This period highlights a transitional weather pattern across Zimbabwe, with scattered storms in the west and mild, sunny conditions elsewhere. Such variations underscore the importance of checking local forecasts daily to stay safe and prepared.
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