Climate Insights for Orapa

, Central District, Botswana

Hottest
October
34°C peak
Coldest
July
9°C low
Wettest
February
102mm rain
Best to Visit
March, April, May
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Orapa is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 368mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 102mm of rainfall. Orapa 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 9°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 21° Feb Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 21° Mar Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 20° Apr Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 17° May Max: 27° Average: 19° Min: 13° Jun Max: 24° Average: 17° Min: 10° Jul Max: 24° Average: 16° Min: 9° Aug Max: 28° Average: 20° Min: 13° Sep Max: 32° Average: 24° Min: 17° Oct Max: 34° Average: 27° Min: 20° Nov Max: 33° Average: 27° Min: 21° Dec Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 22°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Orapa 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.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm 125mm 150mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 89mm Feb Precipitation: 102mm Mar Precipitation: 43mm Apr Precipitation: 13mm May Precipitation: 1mm Jun Precipitation: 1mm Jul Precipitation: 1mm Aug Precipitation: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 2mm Oct Precipitation: 4mm Nov Precipitation: 26mm Dec Precipitation: 88mm
Precipitation

Orapa is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 368mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 31mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 102mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0mm. That's 102mm 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/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h 25km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 20km/h Feb Wind Speed: 19km/h Mar Wind Speed: 18km/h Apr Wind Speed: 18km/h May Wind Speed: 17km/h Jun Wind Speed: 17km/h Jul Wind Speed: 18km/h Aug Wind Speed: 19km/h Sep Wind Speed: 21km/h Oct Wind Speed: 23km/h Nov Wind Speed: 21km/h Dec Wind Speed: 20km/h
Wind Speed

Orapa is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 19km/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 23km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 17km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 6km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

89 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Orapa, which began on March 20, 2026. Orapa is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed — spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in October at around 34°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 9°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 17 to 34°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 32mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 22km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 21 to 32°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 278mm for the season, averaging 93mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 19km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 13 to 31°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 57mm over the season and a monthly average of 19mm. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 9 to 28°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 1mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 26°
Feb 26°
Mar 25°
Apr 23°
May 19°
Jun 17°
Jul 16°
Aug 20°
Sep 24°
Oct 27°
Nov 27°
Dec 27°

The best time to visit Orapa 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 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 9mm 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.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Orapa 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
21 °C
31 °C
20 km/h
89 mm
0 cm
Feb
21 °C
31 °C
19 km/h
102 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
20 °C
31 °C
18 km/h
43 mm
0 cm
Apr
17 °C
29 °C
18 km/h
13 mm
0 cm
May
13 °C
27 °C
17 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Jun
10 °C
24 °C
17 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Jul
9 °C
24 °C
18 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Aug
13 °C
28 °C
19 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Sep
17 °C
32 °C
21 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Oct
20 °C
34 °C
23 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Nov
21 °C
33 °C
21 km/h
26 mm
0 cm
Dec
22 °C
32 °C
20 km/h
88 mm
0 cm
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