Climate Insights for Molepolole
Kweneng District, Botswana
Climate Overview
The climate in Molepolole is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 467 mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 113 mm of rainfall. Molepolole 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, October, December. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 6°C.The climate in Molepolole is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 69°F and approximately 18.4 in of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 4.5 in of rainfall. Molepolole 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, October, December. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 43°F.
Temperature
Temperatures in Molepolole vary considerably across the year, with a 25°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 6°C and an average of 13°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 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Molepolole vary considerably across the year, with a 46°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 89°F and the mean temperature sits around 77°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 43°F and an average of 56°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
Molepolole is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 467 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 39 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 113 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 1 mm. That's 113 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.Molepolole is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 18.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.5 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 4.4 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 in. That's 4.4 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
Molepolole 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 October, 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.Molepolole 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 October, 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 Molepolole is during January, 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 39 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 6°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Molepolole is during January, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 71°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.5 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 43°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Molepolole 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 Molepolole 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.