Climate Insights for Themashanga

North-East District, Botswana

Hottest
October
32°C peak90°F peak
Coldest
July
8°C low46°F low
Wettest
February
153 mm rain6 in rain
Best to Visit
March, April, May
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Themashanga is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 570 mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 153 mm of rainfall. Themashanga 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 8°C.The climate in Themashanga is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 71°F and approximately 22.4 in of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 6 in of rainfall. Themashanga 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 46°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 19°FebMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 19°MarMax: 29°Average: 23°Min: 17°AprMax: 28°Average: 21°Min: 15°MayMax: 26°Average: 18°Min: 11°JunMax: 23°Average: 16°Min: 8°JulMax: 23°Average: 15°Min: 8°AugMax: 27°Average: 19°Min: 11°SepMax: 31°Average: 23°Min: 15°OctMax: 32°Average: 25°Min: 17°NovMax: 31°Average: 25°Min: 19°DecMax: 30°Average: 25°Min: 19°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 84°FAverage: 75°FMin: 66°FFebMax: 84°FAverage: 74°FMin: 66°FMarMax: 84°FAverage: 73°FMin: 63°FAprMax: 82°FAverage: 70°FMin: 59°FMayMax: 78°FAverage: 64°FMin: 51°FJunMax: 74°FAverage: 60°FMin: 47°FJulMax: 74°FAverage: 60°FMin: 46°FAugMax: 81°FAverage: 67°FMin: 52°FSepMax: 88°FAverage: 74°FMin: 59°FOctMax: 90°FAverage: 77°FMin: 63°FNovMax: 88°FAverage: 77°FMin: 66°FDecMax: 86°FAverage: 76°FMin: 66°F
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Temperatures in Themashanga vary considerably across the year, with a 24°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°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 Themashanga vary considerably across the year, with a 44°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 90°F and the mean temperature sits around 77°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

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 138mmFebPrecipitation: 153mmMarPrecipitation: 42mmAprPrecipitation: 17mmMayPrecipitation: 2mmJunPrecipitation: 1mmJulPrecipitation: 2mmAugPrecipitation: 1mmSepPrecipitation: 1mmOctPrecipitation: 10mmNovPrecipitation: 71mmDecPrecipitation: 132mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 5.5inFebPrecipitation: 6inMarPrecipitation: 1.7inAprPrecipitation: 0.7inMayPrecipitation: 0.1inJunPrecipitation: 0.1inJulPrecipitation: 0.1inAugPrecipitation: 0.1inSepPrecipitation: 0inOctPrecipitation: 0.4inNovPrecipitation: 2.8inDecPrecipitation: 5.2in
Precipitation

Themashanga is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 570 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 48 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 153 mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 1 mm. That's 152 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.Themashanga is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 22.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.9 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 6 in of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 0 in. That's 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

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 14km/hFebWind Speed: 13km/hMarWind Speed: 14km/hAprWind Speed: 13km/hMayWind Speed: 13km/hJunWind Speed: 13km/hJulWind Speed: 13km/hAugWind Speed: 14km/hSepWind Speed: 15km/hOctWind Speed: 16km/hNovWind Speed: 14km/hDecWind Speed: 13km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 9mphFebWind Speed: 8mphMarWind Speed: 9mphAprWind Speed: 8mphMayWind Speed: 8mphJunWind Speed: 8mphJulWind Speed: 8mphAugWind Speed: 9mphSepWind Speed: 9mphOctWind Speed: 10mphNovWind Speed: 9mphDecWind Speed: 8mph
Wind Speed

Themashanga is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/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 13km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Themashanga 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 8mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan24°75°F
Feb24°74°F
Mar23°73°F
Apr21°70°F
May18°64°F
Jun16°60°F
Jul15°60°F
Aug19°67°F
Sep23°74°F
Oct25°77°F
Nov25°77°F
Dec25°76°F

The best time to visit Themashanga is during March, April, May, June, July, August, September and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 17 mm per month. By contrast, October 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 Themashanga is during March, April, May, June, July, August, September and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 68°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.7 in per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 90°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 Themashanga 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 Themashanga 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
19 °C66 °F
29 °C84 °F
14 km/h9 mph
138 mm5.5 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
19 °C66 °F
29 °C84 °F
13 km/h8 mph
153 mm6 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
17 °C63 °F
29 °C84 °F
14 km/h9 mph
42 mm1.7 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
15 °C59 °F
28 °C82 °F
13 km/h8 mph
17 mm0.7 in
0 cm0 in
May
11 °C51 °F
26 °C78 °F
13 km/h8 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
8 °C47 °F
23 °C74 °F
13 km/h8 mph
1 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
8 °C46 °F
23 °C74 °F
13 km/h8 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
11 °C52 °F
27 °C81 °F
14 km/h9 mph
1 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
15 °C59 °F
31 °C88 °F
15 km/h9 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
17 °C63 °F
32 °C90 °F
16 km/h10 mph
10 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
19 °C66 °F
31 °C88 °F
14 km/h9 mph
71 mm2.8 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
19 °C66 °F
30 °C86 °F
13 km/h8 mph
132 mm5.2 in
0 cm0 in