The Botswana Ministry of Environment and Tourism, through the Department of Meteorological Services, has released its winter weather forecast for May to July 2025. According to the outlook, most regions of Botswana are expected to experience normal to above-normal temperatures, accompanied by below-normal rainfall across the country.
The forecast highlights a noticeable warming trend across Botswana this winter, though occasional cold spells may still occur - particularly toward the end of the season. Here's a breakdown by region:
Northern Botswana (Ngamiland, North-Central, and Chobe)
- Temperature Outlook: Normal to above-normal
- Average Maximum Temperature: 27.4°C
- Average Minimum Temperature: 9°C
Eastern Botswana (Northeast and South-Central Districts)
- Temperature Outlook: Normal to above-normal
- Average Maximum Temperature: 24°C
- Average Minimum Temperature: 7°C
Southern and Western Botswana (Kgalagadi, Ghanzi, Southern, Southeast, Kgatleng, and Kweneng)
- Temperature Outlook: Normal to above-normal
- Average Maximum Temperature: 23.6°C
- Average Minimum Temperature: 5°C
The winter season is expected to bring less than 8mm of rainfall, which is considered below normal for this time of year. This dry trend is expected to continue across all regions of Botswana, further emphasizing the importance of water conservation and drought preparedness.
Although warmer conditions are forecasted, sporadic cold spells are still possible, especially as the season comes to a close.
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