Climate Insights for Gweta
Central District, Botswana
Climate Overview
The climate in Gweta is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 558 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 152 mm 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.The climate in Gweta is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 74°F and approximately 22 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 6 in 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 49°F.
Temperature
Temperatures in Gweta vary considerably across the year, with a 26°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 35°C and the mean temperature sits around 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 13°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 Gweta vary considerably across the year, with a 46°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 95°F and the mean temperature sits around 82°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 49°F and an average of 62°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 24°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
Gweta is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 558 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 47 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 152 mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 mm. That's 152 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.Gweta is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 22 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.9 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 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 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
Gweta is mildly breezy, 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 February, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Gweta is moderately windy, 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 February, with average winds dropping to 7mph, 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
The best time to visit Gweta is during 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 3 mm per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 35°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Gweta is during April, May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 69°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.1 in per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 95°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 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.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 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.