Climate Insights for Marukuru
Central District, Botswana
Climate Overview
The climate in Marukuru is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 405 mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 109 mm of rainfall. Marukuru 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, May, when temperatures can drop to 7°C.The climate in Marukuru is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 70°F and approximately 15.9 in of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 4.3 in of rainfall. Marukuru 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, May, when temperatures can drop to 44°F.
Temperature
Temperatures in Marukuru vary considerably across the year, with a 25°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°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 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Marukuru 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 90°F and the mean temperature sits around 77°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 44°F and an average of 58°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 25°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
Marukuru is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 405 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 34 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 109 mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 mm. That's 109 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.Marukuru is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 15.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.3 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 4.3 in of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 in. That's 4.3 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
Marukuru is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/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 May, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 5km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Marukuru is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 9mph. 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 May, with average winds dropping to 8mph, 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 Marukuru is during March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 24 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 7°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Marukuru is during March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 72°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.9 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 44°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 Marukuru 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 Marukuru 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.