Climate Insights for Dekar

, Ghanzi District, Botswana

Hottest
October
34°C peak
Coldest
July
7°C low
Wettest
January
114mm rain
Best to Visit
March, April, May
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Dekar is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 424mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 114mm of rainfall. Dekar 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 7°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 20° Feb Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 20° Mar Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 19° Apr Max: 29° Average: 22° Min: 16° May Max: 27° Average: 19° Min: 11° Jun Max: 24° Average: 16° Min: 8° Jul Max: 24° Average: 15° Min: 7° Aug Max: 28° Average: 19° Min: 11° Sep Max: 32° Average: 24° Min: 15° Oct Max: 34° Average: 27° Min: 19° Nov Max: 34° Average: 27° Min: 20° Dec Max: 33° Average: 27° Min: 21°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Dekar 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 34°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 7°C and an average of 15°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 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm 125mm 150mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 114mm Feb Precipitation: 99mm Mar Precipitation: 69mm Apr Precipitation: 31mm May Precipitation: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 1mm Aug Precipitation: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 8mm Nov Precipitation: 28mm Dec Precipitation: 73mm
Precipitation

Dekar is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 424mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 35mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 114mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0mm. That's 114mm less than January, 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 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h 25km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 18km/h Feb Wind Speed: 17km/h Mar Wind Speed: 16km/h Apr Wind Speed: 16km/h May Wind Speed: 16km/h Jun Wind Speed: 17km/h Jul Wind Speed: 17km/h Aug Wind Speed: 19km/h Sep Wind Speed: 20km/h Oct Wind Speed: 21km/h Nov Wind Speed: 20km/h Dec Wind Speed: 19km/h
Wind Speed

Dekar is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 18km/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 21km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 16km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 5km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

89 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Dekar, which began on March 20, 2026. Dekar 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 34°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 7°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 15 to 34°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 37mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 21km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 20 to 33°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 287mm for the season, averaging 96mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 11 to 30°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 100mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 7 to 28°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 1mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 17km/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 26°
Mar 25°
Apr 22°
May 19°
Jun 16°
Jul 15°
Aug 19°
Sep 24°
Oct 27°
Nov 27°
Dec 27°

The best time to visit Dekar 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 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 14mm per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 34°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 Dekar 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
20 °C
32 °C
18 km/h
114 mm
0 cm
Feb
20 °C
31 °C
17 km/h
99 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
19 °C
30 °C
16 km/h
69 mm
0 cm
Apr
16 °C
29 °C
16 km/h
31 mm
0 cm
May
11 °C
27 °C
16 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Jun
8 °C
24 °C
17 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Jul
7 °C
24 °C
17 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Aug
11 °C
28 °C
19 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Sep
15 °C
32 °C
20 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Oct
19 °C
34 °C
21 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
Nov
20 °C
34 °C
20 km/h
28 mm
0 cm
Dec
21 °C
33 °C
19 km/h
73 mm
0 cm
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