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Mana Pools in November

Visiting Mana Pools in November is possible, but comes with some trade-offs in weather or sightings.

Verdicta mixed time
Temperature24–35°
Rainsome rain
Crowdsquiet

Weather in Mana Pools in November

Average highs in November are around 35°C, dropping to about 24°C at night. Expect occasional showers on some days.

What happens in November

Rainy season: large parts of the park close to vehicles and few camps operate.

Experience quality this month is 3 out of 5, and visitor levels are quiet. The best period overall is August to October.

What to pack

  • light cotton clothing, a hat, sunscreen and plenty of water
  • insect repellent and long sleeves for the evening
  • binoculars for distant wildlife

Mana Pools through the year

MonthTemp (°C)RainExperienceCrowds
January22–32rainy season★★★★★very quiet
February22–32rainy season★★★★★very quiet
March22–32rainy season★★★★★very quiet
April19–31some rain★★★★★quiet
May15–29mostly dry★★★★★quiet
June12–28mostly dry★★★★★moderate
July12–27mostly dry★★★★★moderate
August15–30mostly dry★★★★★busy
September20–34mostly dry★★★★★busy
October24–36mostly dry★★★★★busy
November24–35some rain★★★★★quiet
December23–33rainy season★★★★★very quiet

Other good choices in November

Mana Pools in OctoberBest safaris in NovemberMana Pools in December

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Frequently asked questions

Is November a good time to visit Mana Pools?

Visiting Mana Pools in November is possible, but comes with some trade-offs in weather or sightings.

What is the weather like in Mana Pools in November?

Highs around 35°C, some rain.

Is Mana Pools busy in November?

Visitor levels in November are quiet.

Sources: ZimParks - Mana Pools National Park · UNESCO World Heritage Centre - Mana Pools, Sapi and Chewore · Climates to Travel (1991-2020 normals) - Kariba (Zambezi valley proxy)
Figures are approximate averages and vary from year to year.