Mathangwane
Botswana
Mathangwane lies in Central District, Botswana. By our climate data, the best time to visit is May–August. The warmest month is October, with average highs of 32°C (89°F).
The best months to visit are May–August.
October is the hottest month, with highs around 32°C (89°F).
July is the coldest month, with lows around 6°C (43°F).
The wettest month is January, with rain on about 11 days.
September is the sunniest month, with about 9.7 hours of sunshine a day.
In October, it’s warmer here than in 34% of places in Botswana.
16-day forecast
- Feels like
- 22°
- Humidity
- 46%
- Wind
- 21 km/h SE
- Gusts
- 35 km/h
- Cloud cover
- 0%
- Pressure
- 1015 hPa
- UV index
- 4 (now)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 05:30 / 18:19
Next 48 hours
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Best time to visit Mathangwane
Average conditions for each month, from long-term climate normals (1961–2020).
Month by month
| Climate | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high | 31° | 30° | 30° | 28° | 26° | 23° | 24° | 27° | 31° | 32° | 32° | 31° |
| Average low | 18° | 18° | 17° | 14° | 9° | 6° | 6° | 9° | 13° | 17° | 18° | 18° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 96 | 82 | 45 | 27 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 26 | 71 | 82 |
| Rain days | 11 | 9 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 8 | 10 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 8.3 | 7.9 | 8.1 | 8.4 | 9.4 | 9 | 9.6 | 9.6 | 9.7 | 9 | 8.2 | 7.7 |
| Daylight (h) | 13.3 | 12.8 | 12.3 | 11.6 | 11.1 | 10.9 | 11 | 11.4 | 12 | 12.6 | 13.1 | 13.4 |
| Humidity (%) | 70 | 75 | 73 | 72 | 69 | 68 | 65 | 58 | 52 | 52 | 61 | 68 |
| Wind (km/h) | 7 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 7 |
| Go score | 60 | 67 | 75 | 88 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 78 | 66 | 59 | 59 |
The go score (0–100) favours daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, plenty of sunshine and few rainy days.
Climate normals: WorldClim 2.1 (1970–2000) · CRU CL 2.0 (1961–1990) About this data: Climate normals
What to do in Mathangwane, month by month
When each activity is at its best, judged from the climate averages.
| Activities | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sightseeing & city walks | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Good | Good | Good | Good | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair |
| Hiking | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Good | Good | Fair | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor |
| Photography & sunsets | Fair | Fair | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Fair | Fair |
Good Fair Poor · Estimated from long-term averages of temperature, rain days, sunshine and sea temperature.
How each activity is rated
- Sightseeing & city walks — Good: highs of 15–27 °C and few rain days. Fair: 11–33 °C.
- Hiking — Good: highs of 10–24 °C and few rain days; a wider window with trails or national parks nearby.
- Photography & sunsets — Good: at least 7 hours of sunshine a day and few rain days. Fair: 5 hours or more.
Mathangwane: tourist crowds by month
How busy it gets through the year — and the months with good weather and fewer visitors.
Best value months
Good weather, fewer visitors, usually lower prices.
January–February and October
- Jan60
- Feb67
- Oct66
An estimate: months with a go score of 60 or more and below-average tourist numbers.
Updated: About this data: Crowds & prices
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
No data for this location.
Mathangwane: practical information
Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices: what to know before you go.
- Voltage
- 230 V · 50 Hz
- Driving
- Drive on the left
Botswanan Pula
BWP · P
- Languages
- English, Tswana
- Calling code
- +267
- Meal, casual restaurantBWP 130≈ $9.50
- CappuccinoBWP 34.00≈ $2.50
- Beer (0.5 l)BWP 48.00≈ $3.60
- Bottled water (1.5 l)BWP 15.00≈ $1.10
- Taxi, 5 kmBWP 89.00≈ $6.60
- Public transport ticketBWP 17.00≈ $1.30
- Mid-range hotel, per nightBWP 1,150≈ $86.00
Estimated from Botswana’s consumer price level — real prices vary by place and season. Prices are about 39% of US levels.
- Dec 25Christmas Day
- Dec 26St. Stephen's Day
- Jan 1New Year's Day
No earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km since 1975.
How to get to Mathangwane
Nearest airports
- FRWPhillip Gaonwe Matante International AirportFrancistown23 km
- BUQJoshua Mqabuko Nkomo International AirportBulawayo173 km
- VFAVictoria Falls International AirportVictoria Falls359 km
- PTGPolokwane International AirportPolokwane384 km
- LVIHarry Mwanga Nkumbula International AirportLivingstone387 km
- FAPIPietersburg Municipal AirportPolokwane393 km
Distances
- Gaborone432 km 7 h 29 · 1 h 12
- Francistown26 km 27 min
- Mogoditshane430 km 7 h 28 · 1 h 12
- Maun423 km 7 h 20 · 1 h 12
- Molepolole423 km 7 h 20 · 1 h 12
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Hotels in Mathangwane
Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Mathangwane?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Mathangwane is May–August.
What is the weather like in Mathangwane in October?
In October, Mathangwane averages a high of 32°C (89°F) and a low of 17°C (62°F), with 26 mm of rain on about 5 days.
What is the rainiest month in Mathangwane?
January, with rain on about 11 days.
What is the nearest airport to Mathangwane?
Phillip Gaonwe Matante International Airport (FRW), about 23 km away.
What power plugs are used in Botswana?
Plug types D, G, at 230 V.
What currency is used in Botswana?
Botswanan Pula (BWP).
Is Botswana safe to visit?
US travel advisory: Exercise increased caution. UK travel advice: No travel warnings.
When is Mathangwane most crowded?
The busiest months are May–August.
When is Mathangwane least crowded?
The quietest months are November–January.
When is the best time to visit Mathangwane without the crowds?
April: good weather with fewer visitors than in peak season.
What time zone is Mathangwane in?
Africa/Gaborone (UTC+2).
What is the population of Mathangwane?
About 5,918.