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Weather & Climate in Ramotswa, Botswana
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Ramotswa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 302 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 18.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,409 feet.
Temperature
78°F Jan (25°C)
55°F Jul (13°C)
| Annual Average | 68.2°F |
| 26% above US avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 302 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,409 ft (1,039 m) |
| Area | 1,707.1 sq mi (4,421.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 19/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -24.8716°N, 25.8699°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
7 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.9.
| Aug 12, 2017 | 55 km NNE of Botlhapatlou, Botswana | M4.9 | 145 km | 10 km |
| Feb 10, 1993 | 22 km W of Mookane, Botswana | M4.3 | 143 km | 33 km |
| Oct 22, 1995 | 25 km SE of Botlhapatlou, Botswana | M3.9 | 80 km | 10 km |
| Mar 2, 2024 | 53 km ENE of Zeerust, South Africa | M3.8 | 89 km | 9 km |
| Jul 28, 1991 | 56 km WNW of Maile, South Africa | M3.6 | 99 km | 5 km |
| Jun 8, 1990 | 11 km SE of Ramotswa, Botswana | M3.3 | 12 km | 10 km |
| Jul 31, 1992 | 43 km N of Maile, South Africa | M3.0 | 147 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 76°F (25°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 67°F (20°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 2.9 in |
Ramotswa has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 55°F in June to 78°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 18.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.5") and July the driest (0.0").