Climate Insights for Matsiloje

North-East District, Botswana

Hottest
October
32°C peak90°F peak
Coldest
July
8°C low46°F low
Wettest
February
155 mm rain6.1 in rain
Best to Visit
January, March, April
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Matsiloje is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 496 mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 155 mm of rainfall. Matsiloje 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, December. The coldest months are July, June, May, when temperatures can drop to 8°C.The climate in Matsiloje is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 71°F and approximately 19.5 in of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 6.1 in of rainfall. Matsiloje 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, December. The coldest months are July, June, May, when temperatures can drop to 46°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 30°Average: 25°Min: 20°FebMax: 30°Average: 25°Min: 20°MarMax: 30°Average: 24°Min: 18°AprMax: 28°Average: 22°Min: 16°MayMax: 26°Average: 18°Min: 11°JunMax: 24°Average: 16°Min: 8°JulMax: 24°Average: 15°Min: 8°AugMax: 28°Average: 19°Min: 11°SepMax: 31°Average: 23°Min: 15°OctMax: 32°Average: 25°Min: 18°NovMax: 32°Average: 26°Min: 20°DecMax: 31°Average: 25°Min: 20°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 87°FAverage: 77°FMin: 68°FFebMax: 85°FAverage: 76°FMin: 68°FMarMax: 85°FAverage: 75°FMin: 65°FAprMax: 83°FAverage: 71°FMin: 60°FMayMax: 79°FAverage: 65°FMin: 52°FJunMax: 75°FAverage: 60°FMin: 47°FJulMax: 75°FAverage: 60°FMin: 46°FAugMax: 82°FAverage: 67°FMin: 53°FSepMax: 88°FAverage: 74°FMin: 59°FOctMax: 90°FAverage: 77°FMin: 64°FNovMax: 89°FAverage: 78°FMin: 67°FDecMax: 88°FAverage: 78°FMin: 68°F
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Temperatures in Matsiloje vary considerably across the year, with a 24°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 8°C and an average of 15°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between July and August, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Matsiloje vary considerably across the year, with a 44°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 46°F and an average of 60°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 24°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between July and August, with a 7°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 100mmFebPrecipitation: 155mmMarPrecipitation: 34mmAprPrecipitation: 15mmMayPrecipitation: 3mmJunPrecipitation: 3mmJulPrecipitation: 2mmAugPrecipitation: 1mmSepPrecipitation: 2mmOctPrecipitation: 9mmNovPrecipitation: 55mmDecPrecipitation: 117mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 3.9inFebPrecipitation: 6.1inMarPrecipitation: 1.3inAprPrecipitation: 0.6inMayPrecipitation: 0.1inJunPrecipitation: 0.1inJulPrecipitation: 0.1inAugPrecipitation: 0.1inSepPrecipitation: 0.1inOctPrecipitation: 0.3inNovPrecipitation: 2.2inDecPrecipitation: 4.6in
Precipitation

Matsiloje is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 496 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 41 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 155 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 1 mm. That's 154 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.Matsiloje is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 19.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.6 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 6.1 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 in. That's 6.1 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

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 14km/hFebWind Speed: 13km/hMarWind Speed: 13km/hAprWind Speed: 12km/hMayWind Speed: 11km/hJunWind Speed: 11km/hJulWind Speed: 12km/hAugWind Speed: 13km/hSepWind Speed: 15km/hOctWind Speed: 16km/hNovWind Speed: 14km/hDecWind Speed: 13km/h
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0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 9mphFebWind Speed: 8mphMarWind Speed: 8mphAprWind Speed: 8mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 7mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 9mphOctWind Speed: 10mphNovWind Speed: 9mphDecWind Speed: 8mph
Wind Speed

Matsiloje is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/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 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Matsiloje is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. 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 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan25°77°F
Feb25°76°F
Mar24°75°F
Apr22°71°F
May18°65°F
Jun16°60°F
Jul15°60°F
Aug19°67°F
Sep23°74°F
Oct25°77°F
Nov26°78°F
Dec25°78°F

The best time to visit Matsiloje is during January, March, 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 20 mm per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 32°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Matsiloje is during January, March, 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 0.8 in per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 90°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 Matsiloje 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 Matsiloje 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
20 °C68 °F
30 °C87 °F
14 km/h9 mph
100 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
20 °C68 °F
30 °C85 °F
13 km/h8 mph
155 mm6.1 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
18 °C65 °F
30 °C85 °F
13 km/h8 mph
34 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
16 °C60 °F
28 °C83 °F
12 km/h8 mph
15 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
May
11 °C52 °F
26 °C79 °F
11 km/h7 mph
3 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
8 °C47 °F
24 °C75 °F
11 km/h7 mph
3 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
8 °C46 °F
24 °C75 °F
12 km/h7 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
11 °C53 °F
28 °C82 °F
13 km/h8 mph
1 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
15 °C59 °F
31 °C88 °F
15 km/h9 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
18 °C64 °F
32 °C90 °F
16 km/h10 mph
9 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
20 °C67 °F
32 °C89 °F
14 km/h9 mph
55 mm2.2 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
20 °C68 °F
31 °C88 °F
13 km/h8 mph
117 mm4.6 in
0 cm0 in