Africa Weather - Africa Climate

The winters in Botswana are pleasant and the nights are cool. The temperatures during the days are in the 20's but during the hot, dry summers temperatures can reach highs in the 30's. Desert temperatures are always hotter than anywhere else and there is the occasional drizzle in the Kalahari.

Kenya has a definite rainy season that occurs from March to May. It is known as the long rains and it is common that travellers will see sunny morning weather and downpours later in the day. The rains are short and not problematic.

The higher altitude areas are generally hotter and the shores of Lake Malawi also boast high temperatures. During summer the average temperature is in the 20's. The rainy season lasts from October to April.

Mozambique has a hot, tropical climate and it is best to travel during the dry season as it is much cooler (April/May and October/November). Temperatures are in the 20's. Cooler weather is found inland during this time. The rainy season is hot and humid.

Tanzania has an interesting geography which contributes to its differing climatic conditions. The islands off of Tanzania have a hot, humid climate. Tanzania can be cool at night because of a high plateau. The north east enjoys temperate climates.

Uganda has tropical weather conditions which are moderated by the high altitudes. The hottest months are from December to February but it is still cooler at night. The wet seasons in the south of Uganda are from March till May and in northern Uganda from April to October.

Zambia is one of the few African countries that has 3 distinct seasons. December to April is warm, wet and humid. May to August is cool and dry and September to November is hot and dry. The climate is moderated by the altitude.

The summers in Zimbabwe are hot with heavy rainfalls in the mountain regions and forest areas. Zimbabwean winters are renown for being dry and cool. There is little rainfall in the southern regions of Zimbabwe.