Francistown Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Francistown varies moderately throughout the year.
The temperatures shift from very warm
to warm.
It maintains fairly dry conditions year-round.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Francistown experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C in October, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 24°C during cooler months like July.
At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around 9°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Francistown has a relatively dry climate with low precipitation, averaging 464 mm of rainfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, December receives high rainfall, averaging 102 mm of precipitation, recorded across 9 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, August brings less rainfall, with 1 mm over 0 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Francistown Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Average humidity
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Francistown.
The city experiences its highest humidity in February, reaching 58%. In September, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 38%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Francistown in Botswana
During the months of June and July you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
October has an average maximum temperature of 33°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 24°C.
December tops the wettest month list with 102 mm of rainfall.
August is the driest month with 1 mm of precipitation.
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