Climate Insights for Botlhapatlou
Kweneng District, Botswana
Climate Overview
The climate in Botlhapatlou is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 440 mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 119 mm of rainfall. Botlhapatlou 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, December. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 5°C.The climate in Botlhapatlou is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 70°F and approximately 17.3 in of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 4.7 in of rainfall. Botlhapatlou 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, December. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 42°F.
Temperature
Temperatures in Botlhapatlou vary considerably across the year, with a 27°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 5°C and an average of 14°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.Temperatures in Botlhapatlou vary considerably across the year, with a 47°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 89°F and the mean temperature sits around 76°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 42°F and an average of 57°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 26°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 8°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Botlhapatlou is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 440 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 37 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 119 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 1 mm. That's 118 mm 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.Botlhapatlou is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 17.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.5 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 4.7 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 in. That's 4.6 in 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
Botlhapatlou is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/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 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Botlhapatlou is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 9mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 6mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Botlhapatlou is during January, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 35 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 5°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Botlhapatlou is during January, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 72°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.4 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 42°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Botlhapatlou 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Botlhapatlou based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.