Climate Insights for Sefhophe

Central District, Botswana

Hottest
November
32°C peak89°F peak
Coldest
July
8°C low47°F low
Wettest
February
120 mm rain4.7 in rain
Best to Visit
March, April, May
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Sefhophe is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 452 mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 120 mm of rainfall. Sefhophe 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, May, when temperatures can drop to 8°C.The climate in Sefhophe is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 72°F and approximately 17.8 in of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 4.7 in of rainfall. Sefhophe 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, May, when temperatures can drop to 47°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 31°Average: 26°Min: 21°FebMax: 31°Average: 25°Min: 21°MarMax: 30°Average: 24°Min: 19°AprMax: 29°Average: 22°Min: 16°MayMax: 26°Average: 18°Min: 11°JunMax: 24°Average: 16°Min: 9°JulMax: 24°Average: 16°Min: 8°AugMax: 27°Average: 19°Min: 11°SepMax: 31°Average: 23°Min: 15°OctMax: 32°Average: 25°Min: 18°NovMax: 32°Average: 26°Min: 20°DecMax: 32°Average: 26°Min: 21°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 88°FAverage: 78°FMin: 69°FFebMax: 87°FAverage: 78°FMin: 69°FMarMax: 87°FAverage: 76°FMin: 66°FAprMax: 83°FAverage: 72°FMin: 61°FMayMax: 79°FAverage: 65°FMin: 52°FJunMax: 75°FAverage: 61°FMin: 47°FJulMax: 75°FAverage: 60°FMin: 47°FAugMax: 81°FAverage: 67°FMin: 53°FSepMax: 87°FAverage: 73°FMin: 60°FOctMax: 89°FAverage: 77°FMin: 64°FNovMax: 89°FAverage: 78°FMin: 68°FDecMax: 89°FAverage: 79°FMin: 69°F
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Temperatures in Sefhophe vary considerably across the year, with a 24°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 26°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 8°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 Sefhophe vary considerably across the year, with a 42°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 78°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 47°F and an average of 60°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 7°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 102mmFebPrecipitation: 120mmMarPrecipitation: 34mmAprPrecipitation: 15mmMayPrecipitation: 4mmJunPrecipitation: 1mmJulPrecipitation: 2mmAugPrecipitation: 1mmSepPrecipitation: 3mmOctPrecipitation: 10mmNovPrecipitation: 51mmDecPrecipitation: 109mm
Precipitation
0in2in4inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 4inFebPrecipitation: 4.7inMarPrecipitation: 1.3inAprPrecipitation: 0.6inMayPrecipitation: 0.1inJunPrecipitation: 0inJulPrecipitation: 0.1inAugPrecipitation: 0inSepPrecipitation: 0.1inOctPrecipitation: 0.4inNovPrecipitation: 2inDecPrecipitation: 4.3in
Precipitation

Sefhophe is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 452 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 38 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 120 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 1 mm. That's 119 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.Sefhophe is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 17.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.5 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 4.7 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 in. That's 4.7 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/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 13km/hFebWind Speed: 12km/hMarWind Speed: 11km/hAprWind Speed: 11km/hMayWind Speed: 10km/hJunWind Speed: 10km/hJulWind Speed: 11km/hAugWind Speed: 12km/hSepWind Speed: 14km/hOctWind Speed: 15km/hNovWind Speed: 14km/hDecWind Speed: 13km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8mphFebWind Speed: 7mphMarWind Speed: 7mphAprWind Speed: 7mphMayWind Speed: 6mphJunWind Speed: 6mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 9mphOctWind Speed: 10mphNovWind Speed: 9mphDecWind Speed: 8mph
Wind Speed

Sefhophe is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/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 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Sefhophe 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 6mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan26°78°F
Feb25°78°F
Mar24°76°F
Apr22°72°F
May18°65°F
Jun16°61°F
Jul16°60°F
Aug19°67°F
Sep23°73°F
Oct25°77°F
Nov26°78°F
Dec26°79°F

The best time to visit Sefhophe is during March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October, 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, November can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 32°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Sefhophe is during March, April, May, June, July, 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 0.4 in per month. By contrast, November can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 89°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 Sefhophe 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 Sefhophe 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 °C69 °F
31 °C88 °F
13 km/h8 mph
102 mm4 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
21 °C69 °F
31 °C87 °F
12 km/h7 mph
120 mm4.7 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
19 °C66 °F
30 °C87 °F
11 km/h7 mph
34 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
16 °C61 °F
29 °C83 °F
11 km/h7 mph
15 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
May
11 °C52 °F
26 °C79 °F
10 km/h6 mph
4 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
9 °C47 °F
24 °C75 °F
10 km/h6 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
8 °C47 °F
24 °C75 °F
11 km/h7 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
11 °C53 °F
27 °C81 °F
12 km/h8 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
15 °C60 °F
31 °C87 °F
14 km/h9 mph
3 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
18 °C64 °F
32 °C89 °F
15 km/h10 mph
10 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
20 °C68 °F
32 °C89 °F
14 km/h9 mph
51 mm2 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
21 °C69 °F
32 °C89 °F
13 km/h8 mph
109 mm4.3 in
0 cm0 in