Climate of Butha-Buthe, Lesotho
Area-weighted average across Butha-Buthe. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Butha-Buthe, a subdivision of Lesotho, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 3.2°C / 37.8°F in June to 14.4°C / 57.9°F in January, with rainfall from 13 mm / 0.5 in to 135 mm / 5.3 in depending on the season (892 mm / 35.1 in total across the year).
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14.4°C57.9°F | 135 mm5.3″ | — |
| February | 14.1°C57.4°F | 118 mm4.6″ | — |
| March | 12.4°C54.3°F | 111 mm4.4″ | — |
| April | 9.3°C48.7°F | 63 mm2.5″ | — |
| May | 6°C42.8°F | 26 mm1″ | — |
| June | 3.2°C37.8°F | 14 mm0.6″ | — |
| July | 3.4°C38.1°F | 13 mm0.5″ | — |
| August | 5.5°C41.9°F | 27 mm1.1″ | — |
| September | 8.9°C48°F | 46 mm1.8″ | — |
| October | 10.7°C51.3°F | 98 mm3.9″ | — |
| November | 12.1°C53.8°F | 123 mm4.8″ | — |
| December | 13.5°C56.3°F | 118 mm4.6″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Butha-Buthe?
Butha-Buthe, Lesotho does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is January at 14.4°C / 57.9°F, and the driest is July at 13 mm / 0.5 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Butha-Buthe?
Butha-Buthe, Lesotho has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 3.2°C / 37.8°F in June to 14.4°C / 57.9°F in January. Annual rainfall averages about 892 mm / 35.1 in, with the wettest month being January (135 mm / 5.3 in) and the driest July (13 mm / 0.5 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Butha-Buthe?
The hottest month in Butha-Buthe is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 14.4°C / 57.9°F.
What is the coldest month in Butha-Buthe?
The coldest month in Butha-Buthe is June, with an area-wide average temperature of 3.2°C / 37.8°F.
When does it rain most in Butha-Buthe?
The wettest month in Butha-Buthe is January, averaging about 135 mm / 5.3 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 13 mm / 0.5 in.