Climate Insights for Lorolwana
Southern District, Botswana
Climate Overview
The climate in Lorolwana is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 427 mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 104 mm of rainfall. Lorolwana 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: November, December, January. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 4°C.The climate in Lorolwana is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 69°F and approximately 16.8 in of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 4.1 in of rainfall. Lorolwana 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: November, December, January. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 39°F.
Temperature
Temperatures in Lorolwana vary considerably across the year, with a 29°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 4°C and an average of 13°C. The average daily temperature swing is 16°C, meaning significant differences between daytime and nighttime temperatures. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Lorolwana vary considerably across the year, with a 52°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 91°F and the mean temperature sits around 78°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 39°F and an average of 55°F. The average daily temperature swing is 29°F, meaning significant differences between daytime and nighttime temperatures. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 8°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Lorolwana is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 427 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 36 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 104 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 1 mm. That's 103 mm less than February, 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.Lorolwana is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 16.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.4 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 4.1 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 in. That's 4.1 in less than February, 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
Lorolwana is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/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 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Lorolwana 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 September, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 6mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Lorolwana is during March, 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 21 mm per month. By contrast, November can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 33°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 4°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Lorolwana is during March, 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 0.8 in per month. By contrast, November can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 91°F, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 39°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 Lorolwana 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 Lorolwana 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.