The Meteorological Services Department (MSD) has issued a warning of continued unsettled weather across the country after widespread thunderstorms produced heavy rainfall in several areas, including Harare and its surrounding provinces. In the latest weather update, intense rain fell over a 24‑hour period, with Harare’s Southerton area recording 100 mm. Other locations that received significant totals were Murehwa (95 mm), Harare Mufakose (92 mm), Chinhoyi (74 mm) and Henderson (66 mm). The MSD attributes the heavy precipitation to abundant moisture over much of the nation, which triggered thunderstorms especially in Harare and Mashonaland.
On Monday the day began with mostly cloudy, mild conditions. As temperatures rose, the moisture combined with the heat to produce scattered thundershowers later in the day. Looking ahead, the MSD forecasts that Tuesday will start similarly—mostly cloudy and mild—but will become warmer in the afternoon, with scattered thunderstorms expected across all regions. Localised heavy rain is likely over Mashonaland West, Harare Metropolitan and Mashonaland East. By Wednesday, the morning should be partly cloudy and mild, turning warm in the afternoon, with isolated thundershowers possible toward the evening.
The MSD urges the public to take necessary precautions during this stormy period. People should avoid crossing flooded rivers and seek shelter in safe buildings or hard‑topped vehicles to reduce the risk of lightning strikes. As the country moves through the peak of the rainy season, the MSD will continue to monitor the situation closely, working with disaster‑risk agencies to prepare for possible flooding and lightning‑related incidents. This warning underscores the importance of staying informed about weather updates and following the advice of authorities to minimize the risk of accidents and injuries.
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