Climate Insights for Gweta

, Central District, Botswana

Hottest
October
36°C peak
Coldest
July
9°C low
Wettest
February
178mm rain
Best to Visit
March, April, May
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Gweta is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 624mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 178mm of rainfall. Gweta is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed — summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: October, November, September. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 9°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 21° Feb Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 21° Mar Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 20° Apr Max: 30° Average: 23° Min: 17° May Max: 28° Average: 20° Min: 13° Jun Max: 26° Average: 17° Min: 10° Jul Max: 25° Average: 17° Min: 9° Aug Max: 29° Average: 21° Min: 13° Sep Max: 33° Average: 25° Min: 16° Oct Max: 36° Average: 28° Min: 20° Nov Max: 34° Average: 28° Min: 21° Dec Max: 33° Average: 27° Min: 21°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Gweta vary considerably across the year, with a 27°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. October is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 36°C and an average of 28°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 9°C and an average of 17°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 14°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 148mm Feb Precipitation: 178mm Mar Precipitation: 94mm Apr Precipitation: 19mm May Precipitation: 1mm Jun Precipitation: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 2mm Aug Precipitation: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 1mm Oct Precipitation: 9mm Nov Precipitation: 47mm Dec Precipitation: 125mm
Precipitation

Gweta is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 624mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 52mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 178mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0mm. That's 178mm less than February, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 3km/h Feb Wind Speed: 3km/h Mar Wind Speed: 3km/h Apr Wind Speed: 3km/h May Wind Speed: 3km/h Jun Wind Speed: 3km/h Jul Wind Speed: 3km/h Aug Wind Speed: 3km/h Sep Wind Speed: 3km/h Oct Wind Speed: 4km/h Nov Wind Speed: 3km/h Dec Wind Speed: 3km/h
Wind Speed

Gweta is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

91 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Gweta, which began on June 21, 2026. Gweta is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed — spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in October at around 36°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 9°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 91 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 16 to 36°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 57mm over the season and a monthly average of 19mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 21 to 33°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 451mm across the season with a monthly average of 150mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 13 to 31°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 113mm over the season and a monthly average of 38mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 9 to 29°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 2mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 26°
Feb 25°
Mar 25°
Apr 23°
May 20°
Jun 17°
Jul 17°
Aug 21°
Sep 25°
Oct 28°
Nov 28°
Dec 27°

The best time to visit Gweta is during March, April, May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 17mm per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 36°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Gweta based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
21 °C
32 °C
3 km/h
148 mm
0 cm
Feb
21 °C
31 °C
3 km/h
178 mm
0 cm
Mar
20 °C
31 °C
3 km/h
94 mm
0 cm
Apr
17 °C
30 °C
3 km/h
19 mm
0 cm
May
13 °C
28 °C
3 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
10 °C
26 °C
3 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Jul
9 °C
25 °C
3 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Aug
13 °C
29 °C
3 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Sep
16 °C
33 °C
3 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Oct
20 °C
36 °C
4 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
Nov
21 °C
34 °C
3 km/h
47 mm
0 cm
Dec
21 °C
33 °C
3 km/h
125 mm
0 cm
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