Climate Insights for Selebi Phikwe
Climate Overview
The climate in Selebi Phikwe is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 459 mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 127 mm of rainfall. Selebi Phikwe 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 Selebi Phikwe is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 72°F and approximately 18.1 in of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 5 in of rainfall. Selebi Phikwe 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 46°F.
Temperature
Temperatures in Selebi Phikwe 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 15°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 Selebi Phikwe vary considerably across the year, with a 43°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 46°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
Selebi Phikwe is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 459 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 38 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 127 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 1 mm. That's 126 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.Selebi Phikwe is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 18.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.5 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 5 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 in. That's 5 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
Selebi Phikwe 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 16km/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 6km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Selebi Phikwe 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
The best time to visit Selebi Phikwe 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 8 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 Selebi Phikwe 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 68°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.3 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 Selebi Phikwe 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 Selebi Phikwe 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.