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Mahalapye Weather in December

December in Mahalapye sees daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F) and lows of 21°C (70°F) at night. With around 90 mm (3.5 in) of rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.

Rainfall in Mahalapye in December

Typically, you can expect about 8 days of rain this month, with 90 mm (3.5 in) on average. Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.

Temperature in Mahalapye in December

In December, Mahalapye gets very high temperatures, with highs of 32°C (90°F). Nights cool to around 21°C (70°F). Indoor breaks or shaded spots can make the warmer part of the day much more comfortable. With lows of 21°C (70°F), the nights are warm and generally comfortable.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm, April, May, June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Mahalapye Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 21°C (70°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C (90°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 26%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 90 mm (3.5 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
HumidityHumidity 52%  

Daily Historical Temperatures

43-year average (1978-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Mahalapye typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 32°C (90°F). Nights are warm, with lows typically ranging from 20°C (68°F) to 22°C (72°F).

Average temperatures in December

Historical weather for Mahalapye in December

Browse day-by-day weather records for Mahalapye spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Mahalapye historical weather extremes in December

Our historical data for Mahalapye spans 2001 to 2025, revealing these weather extremes.

  • On December 13, 2024, temperatures climbed to 42°C (108°F), marking the warmest December day on record.
  • Mahalapye registered its coldest December night on December 20, 2007, with temperatures dropping to 13°C (55°F).

Best Places in Botswana in December

Find out more about the weather in Botswana and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Botswana in December →

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Mahalapye in December

Warm but pleasant conditions in Mahalapye in December. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags.

What To Do in Mahalapye in December

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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