Rainiest Cities in Botswana

Top 63 cities ranked by rainiest cities

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Rainiest Cities — Botswana

1 Kasane 12 23.6"

2 Janeng 09 19.9"

3 Maitengwe 08 19.5"

4 Shakawe 11 19.4"

5 Francistown 13 19.3"

6 Borolong 01 19.3"

7 Mathangwane 01 19.3"

8 Shashe Mooke 01 19.3"

9 Chadibe 01 19.3"

10 Good Hope 10 19.0"

11 Masunga 08 18.9"

12 Ramotswa 09 18.5"

13 Tutume 01 18.4"

14 Mmathete 10 17.6"

15 Lentsweletau 06 17.6"

16 Kumakwane 06 17.5"

17 Tati Siding 08 17.4"

18 Mahalapye 01 16.9"

19 Mmankgodi 06 16.8"

20 Thamaga 06 16.8"

21 Molepolole 06 16.7"

22 Shoshong 01 16.6"

23 Serowe 01 16.5"

24 Maun 11 16.5"

25 Gumare 11 16.4"

26 Sefhare 01 16.0"

27 Tonota 01 16.0"

28 Palapye 01 15.8"

29 Nata 01 15.4"

30 Sefophe 01 15.0"

31 Gweta 01 14.9"

32 Lerala 01 14.9"

33 Letlhakeng 06 14.8"

34 Ghanzi 03 14.8"

35 Selebi-Phikwe 17 14.7"

36 Mmadinare 01 14.6"

37 Tsetsebjwe 01 14.3"

38 Sese 10 14.2"

39 Jwaneng 15 14.2"

40 Bobonong 01 14.0"

41 Hukuntsi 04 13.6"

42 Kang 04 13.6"

43 Charles Hill 03 13.5"

44 Letlhakane 01 12.5"

45 Tshabong 04 12.2"

46 Orapa 01 12.1"

47 Gabane 06 9.7"

48 Gaborone 14 9.7"

49 Mogoditshane 06 9.7"

50 Rasesa 05 9.7"

51 Tlokweng 09 9.7"

52 Mochudi 05 9.7"

53 Bokaa 05 9.7"

54 Mmopone 06 9.7"

55 Oodi 09 9.7"

56 Metsemotlhaba 06 9.7"

57 Kopong 09 9.7"

58 Kanye 10 9.5"

59 Otse 09 9.5"

60 Lobatse 16 9.5"

61 Ramotswa Station/Taung 09 9.5"

62 Lotlhakane 10 9.5"

63 Mosopa 10 9.5"

The rainiest cities in Botswana receive the highest annual precipitation, creating lush green landscapes and abundant water resources. Kasane leads with 23.6 inches of precipitation annually.

High rainfall supports diverse ecosystems, extensive park systems, and reliable water supplies. These cities often feature vibrant gardens, green spaces, and agricultural communities that benefit from consistent moisture throughout the year.

While abundant rainfall supports lush environments, it can also bring challenges including flooding risks, high humidity, and more frequent overcast days. Many rainy cities have adapted with robust drainage systems, covered public spaces, and a cultural embrace of indoor activities.

Did You Know?

1. Kasane receives 23.6" of precipitation annually — that's about 2.0 feet of water.
2. The rainiest cities in the U.S. are primarily in the Southeast and Pacific Northwest, though for very different reasons — tropical moisture vs. marine influence.
3. High rainfall areas tend to have lower wildfire risk and more reliable municipal water supplies.

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