Climate Insights for Khawa

Tsabong Sub-district, Kgalagadi District, Botswana

Hottest
January
35°C peak96°F peak
Coldest
July
5°C low41°F low
Wettest
January
45 mm rain1.8 in rain
Best to Visit
April, May, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Khawa is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 209 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 45 mm of rainfall. Khawa 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: January, December, November. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 5°C.The climate in Khawa is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 72°F and approximately 8.2 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 1.8 in of rainfall. Khawa 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: January, December, November. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 41°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 35°Average: 29°Min: 22°FebMax: 34°Average: 28°Min: 22°MarMax: 33°Average: 26°Min: 20°AprMax: 29°Average: 22°Min: 15°MayMax: 26°Average: 18°Min: 10°JunMax: 23°Average: 14°Min: 6°JulMax: 22°Average: 13°Min: 5°AugMax: 25°Average: 16°Min: 7°SepMax: 29°Average: 21°Min: 12°OctMax: 32°Average: 24°Min: 16°NovMax: 35°Average: 27°Min: 19°DecMax: 35°Average: 28°Min: 21°
Max
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 96°FAverage: 84°FMin: 72°FFebMax: 94°FAverage: 83°FMin: 71°FMarMax: 91°FAverage: 79°FMin: 67°FAprMax: 85°FAverage: 71°FMin: 60°FMayMax: 79°FAverage: 64°FMin: 50°FJunMax: 73°FAverage: 57°FMin: 43°FJulMax: 72°FAverage: 56°FMin: 41°FAugMax: 77°FAverage: 60°FMin: 45°FSepMax: 85°FAverage: 69°FMin: 53°FOctMax: 90°FAverage: 76°FMin: 61°FNovMax: 94°FAverage: 81°FMin: 66°FDecMax: 95°FAverage: 83°FMin: 70°F
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Temperatures in Khawa vary considerably across the year, with a 30°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. January is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 35°C and an average of 29°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 5°C and an average of 13°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°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 Khawa vary considerably across the year, with a 55°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. January is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 96°F and an average of 84°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 41°F and an average of 56°F. The average daily temperature swing is 28°F, meaning significant differences between daytime and nighttime temperatures. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 9°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 45mmFebPrecipitation: 34mmMarPrecipitation: 36mmAprPrecipitation: 25mmMayPrecipitation: 4mmJunPrecipitation: 4mmJulPrecipitation: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 4mmSepPrecipitation: 2mmOctPrecipitation: 7mmNovPrecipitation: 13mmDecPrecipitation: 35mm
Precipitation
0in1in2inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 1.8inFebPrecipitation: 1.3inMarPrecipitation: 1.4inAprPrecipitation: 1inMayPrecipitation: 0.2inJunPrecipitation: 0.2inJulPrecipitation: 0inAugPrecipitation: 0.1inSepPrecipitation: 0.1inOctPrecipitation: 0.3inNovPrecipitation: 0.5inDecPrecipitation: 1.4in
Precipitation

Khawa is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 209 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 17 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 45 mm of rainfall. March and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 mm. That's 45 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.Khawa is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 8.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.7 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 1.8 in of rainfall. March and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 in. That's 1.8 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/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 15km/hFebWind Speed: 14km/hMarWind Speed: 14km/hAprWind Speed: 15km/hMayWind Speed: 14km/hJunWind Speed: 15km/hJulWind Speed: 16km/hAugWind Speed: 16km/hSepWind Speed: 16km/hOctWind Speed: 17km/hNovWind Speed: 16km/hDecWind Speed: 16km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 9mphFebWind Speed: 9mphMarWind Speed: 9mphAprWind Speed: 9mphMayWind Speed: 9mphJunWind Speed: 9mphJulWind Speed: 10mphAugWind Speed: 10mphSepWind Speed: 10mphOctWind Speed: 10mphNovWind Speed: 10mphDecWind Speed: 10mph
Wind Speed

Khawa is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/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 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 14km/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.Khawa is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 10mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 10mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 9mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan29°84°F
Feb28°83°F
Mar26°79°F
Apr22°71°F
May18°64°F
Jun14°57°F
Jul13°56°F
Aug16°60°F
Sep21°69°F
Oct24°76°F
Nov27°81°F
Dec28°83°F

The best time to visit Khawa is during April, May, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 8 mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 35°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 5°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Khawa is during April, May, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 68°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.3 in per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 96°F, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 41°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 Khawa 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 Khawa 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
22 °C72 °F
35 °C96 °F
15 km/h9 mph
45 mm1.8 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
22 °C71 °F
34 °C94 °F
14 km/h9 mph
34 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
20 °C67 °F
33 °C91 °F
14 km/h9 mph
36 mm1.4 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
15 °C60 °F
29 °C85 °F
15 km/h9 mph
25 mm1 in
0 cm0 in
May
10 °C50 °F
26 °C79 °F
14 km/h9 mph
4 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
6 °C43 °F
23 °C73 °F
15 km/h9 mph
4 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
5 °C41 °F
22 °C72 °F
16 km/h10 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
7 °C45 °F
25 °C77 °F
16 km/h10 mph
4 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
12 °C53 °F
29 °C85 °F
16 km/h10 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
16 °C61 °F
32 °C90 °F
17 km/h10 mph
7 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
19 °C66 °F
35 °C94 °F
16 km/h10 mph
13 mm0.5 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
21 °C70 °F
35 °C95 °F
16 km/h10 mph
35 mm1.4 in
0 cm0 in