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Africa Weather - Africa Climate

Welcome to the Africa weather section. For your convenience, each of the countries that OverlandingAfrica.com tours through has been assigned an accurate weather summary. You will find an average rainfall graph and an average temperature graph. OverlandingAfrica.com trusts that you will find the information below of use to you!

Botswana Kenya Malawi Mozambique Namibia
South Africa Tanzania Uganda Zambia Zimbabwe


Botswana Weather

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.

  Seasons in Botswana
Spring September - October
Summer November - March
Autumn April - May
Winter June - August

Botswana: Average Regional Temperatures
GABARONE


Kenya Weather
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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.

  Seasons in Kenya
Spring September - November
Summer December - March
Autumn April - June
Winter July - August

Kenya: Average Regional Temperatures
NAIROBI


Malawi Weather
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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.

  Seasons in Malawi
Spring August - December
Summer January - March
Autumn April - May
Winter June - July

Malawi: Average Regional Temperatures
LILONGWE


Mozambique Weather
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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.

  Seasons in Mozambique
Spring October - November
Summer December - March
Autumn April - May
Winter May - September

Mozambique: Average Regional Temperatures
MAPUTO


Namibia Weather
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Namibia is hot and sunny all year round but the temperatures and rainfall vary. The rainfall is not high in Namibia but there are areas of extreme heat (Etosha Park) which many travellers avoid during the summer period.   Seasons in Namibia
Spring September - October
Summer November - March
Autumn April - May
Winter June - August

Namibia: Average Regional Temperatures
WINDHOEK


South Africa Weather
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Summers in South Africa are hot with the northern regions being summer rainfall area's and have cold, dry winters. The southern areas have a winter rainfall season and the summers are hot and dry. Hills and mountains are often covered in snow during the winter season.   Seasons in South Africa
Spring September - October
Summer November - March
Autumn April - May
Winter June - August

South Africa: Average Regional Temperatures
BLOEMFONTEIN   CAPE TOWN
PRETORIA  
 


Tanzania Weather
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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.

  Seasons in Tanzania
Spring June - November
Summer December - February
Autumn March - April
Winter April - May

Tanzania: Average Regional Temperatures
DODOMA   DAR ES SALAAM

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Uganda Weather
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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.

  Seasons in Uganda
Spring November - December
Summer December - February
Autumn March - April
Winter May - October

Uganda: Average Regional Temperatures
KAMPALA


Zambia Weather
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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.

  Seasons in Zambia
Spring September - November
Summer December - April
Autumn April - May
Winter May - August

Zambia: Average Regional Temperatures
LUSAKA


Zimbabwe Weather
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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.

  Seasons in Zimbabwe
Spring September - October
Summer November - April
Autumn April - June
Winter July - August

Zimbabwe: Average Regional Temperatures
HARARE
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African Weather

The weather in Africa can largely be classified as tropical. Temperatures vary greatly throughout the continent and each country has unique climatic conditions. Travellers will encounter beautiful African sun, rainy conditions and snow. Read OverlandingAfrica's weather guide to find out more about each region.

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