Weather and Seasons
October – April (Rainy Season)
Day temperatures can vary but are usually hot and humid averaging 30°C / 86°F. The highest rainfall months are between November and February. Rain tends to comprise a short-lived, late-afternoon thunderstorm rather than continuous all-day downpours.
May to September (Dry Season)
The winter months in Madikwe can be dry and cold with night temperatures dropping to 2°C / 36°F and day temperatures averaging 23°C / 73°F.
Average monthly Temperature and Rainfall
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 32°C / 90°F | 9.7 cm / 3.8 in |
| February | 31°C / 88°F | 8.4 cm / 3.3 in |
| March | 30°C / 86°F | 7.1 cm / 2.8 in |
| April | 28°C / 82°F | 4.1 cm / 1.6 in |
| May | 25°C / 77°F | 1.3 cm / 0.5 in |
| June | 22°C / 72°F | 0.5 cm / 0.2 in |
| July | 22°C / 72°F | 0.3 cm / 0.1 in |
| August | 25°C / 77°F | 0.5 cm / 0.2 in |
| September | 28°C / 82°F | 1.5 cm / 0.6 in |
| October | 31°C / 88°F | 4.3 cm / 1.7 in |
| November | 31°C / 88°F | 6.6 cm / 2.6 in |
| December | 32°C / 90°F | 8.9 cm / 3.5 in |