Climate Insights for Ghanzi

Ghanzi District, Botswana

Hottest
October
34°C peak94°F peak
Coldest
July
7°C low45°F low
Wettest
January
118 mm rain4.6 in rain
Best to Visit
March, April, May
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Ghanzi is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 456 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 118 mm of rainfall. Ghanzi 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.The climate in Ghanzi is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 73°F and approximately 17.9 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 4.6 in of rainfall. Ghanzi 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 45°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 32°Average: 26°Min: 21°FebMax: 31°Average: 26°Min: 21°MarMax: 31°Average: 25°Min: 19°AprMax: 29°Average: 22°Min: 16°MayMax: 27°Average: 19°Min: 11°JunMax: 24°Average: 15°Min: 8°JulMax: 24°Average: 15°Min: 7°AugMax: 28°Average: 19°Min: 11°SepMax: 32°Average: 24°Min: 15°OctMax: 34°Average: 27°Min: 19°NovMax: 34°Average: 27°Min: 20°DecMax: 33°Average: 27°Min: 21°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 89°FAverage: 79°FMin: 69°FFebMax: 88°FAverage: 78°FMin: 69°FMarMax: 87°FAverage: 76°FMin: 67°FAprMax: 84°FAverage: 72°FMin: 61°FMayMax: 80°FAverage: 65°FMin: 51°FJunMax: 75°FAverage: 60°FMin: 46°FJulMax: 75°FAverage: 59°FMin: 45°FAugMax: 83°FAverage: 66°FMin: 51°FSepMax: 90°FAverage: 75°FMin: 60°FOctMax: 94°FAverage: 80°FMin: 66°FNovMax: 93°FAverage: 81°FMin: 69°FDecMax: 92°FAverage: 80°FMin: 70°F
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Temperatures in Ghanzi 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 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Ghanzi vary considerably across the year, with a 49°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 94°F and the mean temperature sits around 80°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 45°F and an average of 59°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

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 118mmFebPrecipitation: 116mmMarPrecipitation: 64mmAprPrecipitation: 33mmMayPrecipitation: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 1mmJulPrecipitation: 1mmAugPrecipitation: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 8mmNovPrecipitation: 32mmDecPrecipitation: 84mm
Precipitation
0in2in4inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 4.6inFebPrecipitation: 4.6inMarPrecipitation: 2.5inAprPrecipitation: 1.3inMayPrecipitation: 0inJunPrecipitation: 0inJulPrecipitation: 0inAugPrecipitation: 0inSepPrecipitation: 0inOctPrecipitation: 0.3inNovPrecipitation: 1.3inDecPrecipitation: 3.3in
Precipitation

Ghanzi is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 456 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 38 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 118 mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 mm. That's 117 mm 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.Ghanzi is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 17.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.5 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 4.6 in of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 in. That's 4.6 in 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/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 12km/hFebWind Speed: 11km/hMarWind Speed: 10km/hAprWind Speed: 11km/hMayWind Speed: 11km/hJunWind Speed: 12km/hJulWind Speed: 12km/hAugWind Speed: 13km/hSepWind Speed: 14km/hOctWind Speed: 14km/hNovWind Speed: 13km/hDecWind Speed: 12km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7mphFebWind Speed: 7mphMarWind Speed: 6mphAprWind Speed: 7mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 7mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 8mphDecWind Speed: 7mph
Wind Speed

Ghanzi 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.Ghanzi 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 8mph, 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 2mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan26°79°F
Feb26°78°F
Mar25°76°F
Apr22°72°F
May19°65°F
Jun15°60°F
Jul15°59°F
Aug19°66°F
Sep24°75°F
Oct27°80°F
Nov27°81°F
Dec27°80°F

The best time to visit Ghanzi 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 14 mm 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.The best time to visit Ghanzi 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 68°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.6 in per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 94°F. 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 Ghanzi 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 Ghanzi 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
21 °C69 °F
32 °C89 °F
12 km/h7 mph
118 mm4.6 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
21 °C69 °F
31 °C88 °F
11 km/h7 mph
116 mm4.6 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
19 °C67 °F
31 °C87 °F
10 km/h6 mph
64 mm2.5 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
16 °C61 °F
29 °C84 °F
11 km/h7 mph
33 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in
May
11 °C51 °F
27 °C80 °F
11 km/h7 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
8 °C46 °F
24 °C75 °F
12 km/h7 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
7 °C45 °F
24 °C75 °F
12 km/h7 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
11 °C51 °F
28 °C83 °F
13 km/h8 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
15 °C60 °F
32 °C90 °F
14 km/h8 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
19 °C66 °F
34 °C94 °F
14 km/h8 mph
8 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
20 °C69 °F
34 °C93 °F
13 km/h8 mph
32 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
21 °C70 °F
33 °C92 °F
12 km/h7 mph
84 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in