Central District Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Central District, Botswana in December.

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Mahalapye Palapye Nata

Planning a getaway to Central District, Botswana this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Central District in December

Central District, Botswana is a region in Botswana. December in Central District generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 32°C (90°F) and nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) in Mahalapye. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Central District, Botswana, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Palapye with an average of 78 mm (3.1 in) to high rainfall in Nata with 103 mm (4.1 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Central District in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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).

Popular Destinations in Central District

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Central District, Botswana?

Temperature range in Central District (December)

Precipitation variation in Central District (December)

Mahalapye

In December Mahalapye generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Mahalapye →

Palapye

In December Palapye generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Palapye →

Nata

In December Nata generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Nata →

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Central District in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Mahalapye 32°C (90°F) 21°C (70°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Palapye 32°C (90°F) 20°C (68°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Nata 32°C (90°F) 22°C (72°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)

Central District weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Central District, Botswana in December?

Expect tolerable weather across Central District, Botswana in December. The popular destination of Mahalapye averages 32°C (90°F) by day and 21°C (70°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Central District, Botswana in December?

Daytime temperatures in Mahalapye peak at roughly 32°C (90°F) in December, dropping to about 21°C (70°F) overnight.

Does Central District, Botswana get a lot of rain in December?

December is on the drier side in Central District, Botswana. Mahalapye averages only about 90 mm (3.5 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Central District, Botswana?

In our opinion, December is a good time to visit Central District, Botswana with overall pleasant weather in Mahalapye. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, April, May, June, July and August provide perfect weather in Mahalapye. On the other hand, the month of January tends to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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