Climate Insights for Ramotswa
South-East District, Botswana
Climate Overview
The climate in Ramotswa is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 458 mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 118 mm of rainfall. Ramotswa 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 Ramotswa is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 70°F and approximately 18 in of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 4.6 in of rainfall. Ramotswa 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 42°F.
Temperature
Temperatures in Ramotswa vary considerably across the year, with a 26°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 32°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 Ramotswa vary considerably across the year, with a 47°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 42°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
Ramotswa is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 458 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 38 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 118 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 1 mm. That's 117 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.Ramotswa 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 4.6 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 in. That's 4.6 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
Ramotswa is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/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 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 8km/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.Ramotswa is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 6mph. 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 5mph, 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
The best time to visit Ramotswa is during March, April, May, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 19 mm per month. By contrast, November can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 32°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 6°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Ramotswa is during March, April, May, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 69°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.7 in per month. By contrast, November can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 89°F, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 42°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 Ramotswa 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 Ramotswa 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.