Climate of Kgalagadi, Botswana
Area-weighted average across Kgalagadi. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Kgalagadi, a subdivision of Botswana, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 13.3°C / 55.9°F in July to 26.8°C / 80.2°F in January, with rainfall from 1 mm / 0 in to 59 mm / 2.3 in depending on the season (300 mm / 11.8 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26.8°C80.2°F | 59 mm2.3″ | — |
| February | 26.2°C79.2°F | 56 mm2.2″ | — |
| March | 24.3°C75.7°F | 51 mm2″ | — |
| April | 21°C69.8°F | 29 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| May | 16.7°C62.1°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 13.5°C56.3°F | 2 mm0.1″ | — |
| July | 13.3°C55.9°F | 1 mm0″ | — |
| August | 16°C60.8°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 20.3°C68.5°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| October | 23.6°C74.5°F | 20 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Warm |
| November | 25.4°C77.7°F | 32 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| December | 26.6°C79.9°F | 36 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Hot |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Kgalagadi?
The best months to visit Kgalagadi, Botswana for sunny, dry weather are April, May, August, September, October, November, December. The warmest month is January at an area-wide average of 26.8°C / 80.2°F, and the driest is July with about 1 mm / 0 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Kgalagadi?
Kgalagadi, Botswana has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 13.3°C / 55.9°F in July to 26.8°C / 80.2°F in January. Annual rainfall averages about 300 mm / 11.8 in, with the wettest month being January (59 mm / 2.3 in) and the driest July (1 mm / 0 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Kgalagadi?
The hottest month in Kgalagadi is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 26.8°C / 80.2°F.
What is the coldest month in Kgalagadi?
The coldest month in Kgalagadi is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 13.3°C / 55.9°F.
When does it rain most in Kgalagadi?
The wettest month in Kgalagadi is January, averaging about 59 mm / 2.3 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 1 mm / 0 in.