Climate Insights for Hambukushu
North-West District, Botswana
Climate Overview
The climate in Hambukushu is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 660 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 211 mm of rainfall. Hambukushu 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 8°C.The climate in Hambukushu is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 74°F and approximately 26 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 8.3 in of rainfall. Hambukushu 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 46°F.
Temperature
Temperatures in Hambukushu 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 35°C and an average of 28°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 8°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.Temperatures in Hambukushu vary considerably across the year, with a 50°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. October is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 96°F and an average of 82°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 46°F and an average of 62°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
Hambukushu is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 660 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 55 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 211 mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 mm. That's 211 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.Hambukushu is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 26 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.2 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 8.3 in of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 in. That's 8.3 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
Hambukushu is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 8km/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. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 10km/h in winter, 11km/h in spring, 8km/h in summer, 9km/h in autumn.Hambukushu is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 6mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 7mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 5mph, 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. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 6mph in winter, 7mph in spring, 5mph in summer, 5mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Hambukushu is during April, May, June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 4 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 Hambukushu is during April, May, June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 67°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.2 in per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 96°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 Hambukushu 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 Hambukushu 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.