Climate Insights for Tshabong Airport

, Kgalagadi District, Botswana

Hottest
December
35°C peak
Coldest
July
5°C low
Wettest
January
48mm rain
Best to Visit
April, May, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Tshabong Airport is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 216mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 48mm of rainfall. Tshabong Airport 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: December, January, November. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 5°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 35° Average: 29° Min: 22° Feb Max: 34° Average: 28° Min: 21° Mar Max: 33° Average: 26° Min: 19° Apr Max: 29° Average: 22° Min: 15° May Max: 27° Average: 18° Min: 10° Jun Max: 23° Average: 14° Min: 6° Jul Max: 23° Average: 13° Min: 5° Aug Max: 26° Average: 16° Min: 7° Sep Max: 30° Average: 21° Min: 12° Oct Max: 33° Average: 25° Min: 16° Nov Max: 35° Average: 27° Min: 18° Dec Max: 35° Average: 28° Min: 21°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Tshabong Airport vary considerably across the year, with a 30°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. December is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 35°C and an average of 28°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 5°C and an average of 13°C. The average daily temperature swing is 16°C, meaning significant differences between daytime and nighttime temperatures. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 48mm Feb Precipitation: 35mm Mar Precipitation: 31mm Apr Precipitation: 29mm May Precipitation: 5mm Jun Precipitation: 4mm Jul Precipitation: 1mm Aug Precipitation: 2mm Sep Precipitation: 2mm Oct Precipitation: 5mm Nov Precipitation: 15mm Dec Precipitation: 40mm
Precipitation

Tshabong Airport is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 216mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 18mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 48mm of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1mm. That's 48mm less than January, 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/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h 25km/h 30km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 24km/h Feb Wind Speed: 23km/h Mar Wind Speed: 23km/h Apr Wind Speed: 21km/h May Wind Speed: 19km/h Jun Wind Speed: 21km/h Jul Wind Speed: 21km/h Aug Wind Speed: 23km/h Sep Wind Speed: 25km/h Oct Wind Speed: 26km/h Nov Wind Speed: 26km/h Dec Wind Speed: 26km/h
Wind Speed

Tshabong Airport is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 23km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 26km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 19km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 7km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 22km/h in winter, 26km/h in spring, 24km/h in summer, 21km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

89 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Tshabong Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Tshabong Airport is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed — spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in December at around 35°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 5°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 12 to 35°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 22mm for the entire season. Winds are strong, averaging 26km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 21 to 35°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 123mm over the season and a monthly average of 41mm. Winds are moderate at around 24km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 10 to 33°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 65mm over the season and a monthly average of 22mm. Winds are moderate at around 21km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 5 to 26°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 6mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 22km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 29°
Feb 28°
Mar 26°
Apr 22°
May 18°
Jun 14°
Jul 13°
Aug 16°
Sep 21°
Oct 25°
Nov 27°
Dec 28°

The best time to visit Tshabong Airport is during April, May, 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 9mm per month. By contrast, December can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 35°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 5°C. 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 Tshabong Airport 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
22 °C
35 °C
24 km/h
48 mm
0 cm
Feb
21 °C
34 °C
23 km/h
35 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
19 °C
33 °C
23 km/h
31 mm
0 cm
Apr
15 °C
29 °C
21 km/h
29 mm
0 cm
May
10 °C
27 °C
19 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Jun
6 °C
23 °C
21 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Jul
5 °C
23 °C
21 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Aug
7 °C
26 °C
23 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Sep
12 °C
30 °C
25 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Oct
16 °C
33 °C
26 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Nov
18 °C
35 °C
26 km/h
15 mm
0 cm
Dec
21 °C
35 °C
26 km/h
40 mm
0 cm
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