Climate Insights for Mmatshumo
Central District, Botswana
Climate Overview
The climate in Mmatshumo is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 459 mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 130 mm of rainfall. Mmatshumo 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 9°C.The climate in Mmatshumo is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 73°F and approximately 18.1 in of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 5.1 in of rainfall. Mmatshumo 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 47°F.
Temperature
Temperatures in Mmatshumo 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 34°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 9°C and an average of 16°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°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 Mmatshumo 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 93°F and the mean temperature sits around 80°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 47°F and an average of 61°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 24°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
Mmatshumo is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 459 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 38 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 130 mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 mm. That's 130 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.Mmatshumo is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 18.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.5 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 5.1 in of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 in. That's 5.1 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
Mmatshumo 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 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Mmatshumo 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. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Mmatshumo is during 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 8 mm per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 34°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Mmatshumo is during 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 0.3 in per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 93°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 Mmatshumo 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 Mmatshumo 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.