Month guide · Victoria Falls · Zimbabwe
Victoria Falls in October
What October is really like in Victoria Falls: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Diego Delso, CC BY-SA 4.0
Quick answer
October is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 34°C (93°F), lows of 18°C (64°F), about 2 rainy days and roughly 12.5 hours of daylight. The hottest month; the Zambian side of the falls may be largely dry, but the Zimbabwean side still flows.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 34°C (93°F) / 18°C (64°F)
- Rainy days
- About 2
- Daylight
- About 12.5 hours
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in October
October is the warmest month in Victoria Falls: days average 34°C (93°F) against a yearly average high of 30°C (86°F), and nights fall to about 18°C (64°F). Rain falls on roughly 2 of its 31 days. Compared with September (32°C (90°F)), October is warmer; by November highs stay near 33°C (91°F).
- Sunrise (15 October)
- About 05:47
- Sunset (15 October)
- About 18:17
- Daylight
- About 12.5 hours
Autumn (high water) (March–May). The rains end and the falls reach peak flow, with dramatic spray and soaked viewpoints; rafting is restricted.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, October rates 3 for crowds (the peak is July at 5) and 3 for hotel prices (highest in July). Prices sit in the middle of the year's range.
Events in October
October has no major recurring festival in Victoria Falls, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in October
With intense heat, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Experience · Upper Zambezi riverfront
Zambezi sunset cruise
Boats sail the calm upper Zambezi above the falls in the late afternoon, passing islands where hippos, crocodiles, elephants and many birds are often seen, with drinks and snacks on board as the sun sets over the river.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- Couples
- Kids
- Nature
- Photo spot
Experience · Victoria Falls town centre
Helicopter 'Flight of Angels'
Fly at high water for the biggest spray cloud, or in the dry season for the clearest view of the gorges.
- Time needed
- 1–1.5 hours including transfers
- Cost
- Expensive
- Views
- Photo spot
- Couples
- Iconic
Experience · Batoka Gorge
White-water rafting in the Batoka Gorge
Rafting trips run the rapids of the Batoka Gorge below the falls, with a steep hike down into the gorge and back out at the end.
- Time needed
- Full day
- Cost
- Expensive
- Active
- Outdoors
- Iconic
Experience · Livingstone riverfront (Zambia)
Devil's Pool and Livingstone Island
Trips run only in the low-water season and are weather dependent; at other times the island tour visits the lip of the falls without swimming.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Expensive
- Active
- Iconic
- Views
- Photo spot
What to pack
For highs near 34°C, lows near 18°C and 2 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is October a good time to visit Victoria Falls?
A quieter month with trade-offs. If your dates are flexible, May–August are better overall. Compare every month.
Victoria Falls in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is October a good time to visit Victoria Falls?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. The hottest month; the Zambian side of the falls may be largely dry, but the Zimbabwean side still flows.
+How warm is Victoria Falls in October?
Average highs are around 34°C (93°F) and lows around 18°C (64°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Victoria Falls in October?
Expect rain on about 2 days of the month, so it is usually dry.