Climate Insights for Orapa

Central District, Botswana

Hottest
October
34°C peak93°F peak
Coldest
July
9°C low48°F low
Wettest
February
133 mm rain5.2 in 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 457 mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 133 mm 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, September. The coldest months are July, June, May, when temperatures can drop to 9°C.The climate in Orapa is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 73°F and approximately 18 in of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 5.2 in 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, September. The coldest months are July, June, May, when temperatures can drop to 48°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 31°Average: 26°Min: 21°FebMax: 31°Average: 26°Min: 21°MarMax: 31°Average: 25°Min: 20°AprMax: 29°Average: 23°Min: 17°MayMax: 27°Average: 19°Min: 12°JunMax: 25°Average: 16°Min: 9°JulMax: 24°Average: 16°Min: 9°AugMax: 28°Average: 20°Min: 12°SepMax: 32°Average: 24°Min: 16°OctMax: 34°Average: 27°Min: 19°NovMax: 33°Average: 27°Min: 21°DecMax: 32°Average: 27°Min: 21°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 88°FAverage: 79°FMin: 70°FFebMax: 87°FAverage: 78°FMin: 70°FMarMax: 87°FAverage: 77°FMin: 67°FAprMax: 85°FAverage: 73°FMin: 62°FMayMax: 81°FAverage: 66°FMin: 54°FJunMax: 76°FAverage: 61°FMin: 48°FJulMax: 76°FAverage: 61°FMin: 48°FAugMax: 83°FAverage: 68°FMin: 54°FSepMax: 90°FAverage: 75°FMin: 61°FOctMax: 93°FAverage: 80°FMin: 67°FNovMax: 92°FAverage: 81°FMin: 70°FDecMax: 90°FAverage: 80°FMin: 70°F
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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.Temperatures in Orapa vary considerably across the year, with a 45°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 48°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

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 121mmFebPrecipitation: 133mmMarPrecipitation: 46mmAprPrecipitation: 12mmMayPrecipitation: 1mmJunPrecipitation: 1mmJulPrecipitation: 1mmAugPrecipitation: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 5mmNovPrecipitation: 38mmDecPrecipitation: 101mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 4.8inFebPrecipitation: 5.2inMarPrecipitation: 1.8inAprPrecipitation: 0.5inMayPrecipitation: 0.1inJunPrecipitation: 0inJulPrecipitation: 0inAugPrecipitation: 0inSepPrecipitation: 0inOctPrecipitation: 0.2inNovPrecipitation: 1.5inDecPrecipitation: 4in
Precipitation

Orapa is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 457 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 38 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 133 mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 mm. That's 133 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.Orapa is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 18 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.5 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 5.2 in of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 in. That's 5.2 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: 13km/hFebWind Speed: 12km/hMarWind Speed: 12km/hAprWind Speed: 12km/hMayWind Speed: 12km/hJunWind Speed: 12km/hJulWind Speed: 12km/hAugWind Speed: 13km/hSepWind Speed: 15km/hOctWind Speed: 16km/hNovWind Speed: 14km/hDecWind Speed: 13km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8mphFebWind Speed: 8mphMarWind Speed: 8mphAprWind Speed: 7mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 8mphJulWind Speed: 8mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 9mphOctWind Speed: 10mphNovWind Speed: 9mphDecWind Speed: 8mph
Wind Speed

Orapa 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.Orapa 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

Jan26°79°F
Feb26°78°F
Mar25°77°F
Apr23°73°F
May19°66°F
Jun16°61°F
Jul16°61°F
Aug20°68°F
Sep24°75°F
Oct27°80°F
Nov27°81°F
Dec27°80°F

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 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 9 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 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 69°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.4 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 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.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 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
21 °C70 °F
31 °C88 °F
13 km/h8 mph
121 mm4.8 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
21 °C70 °F
31 °C87 °F
12 km/h8 mph
133 mm5.2 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
20 °C67 °F
31 °C87 °F
12 km/h8 mph
46 mm1.8 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
17 °C62 °F
29 °C85 °F
12 km/h7 mph
12 mm0.5 in
0 cm0 in
May
12 °C54 °F
27 °C81 °F
12 km/h7 mph
1 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
9 °C48 °F
25 °C76 °F
12 km/h8 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
9 °C48 °F
24 °C76 °F
12 km/h8 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
12 °C54 °F
28 °C83 °F
13 km/h8 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
16 °C61 °F
32 °C90 °F
15 km/h9 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
19 °C67 °F
34 °C93 °F
16 km/h10 mph
5 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
21 °C70 °F
33 °C92 °F
14 km/h9 mph
38 mm1.5 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
21 °C70 °F
32 °C90 °F
13 km/h8 mph
101 mm4 in
0 cm0 in