Lesotho Meteorological Services                                                                                       Tel: (+266) 2231 7250  
2nd & 3rd Floors, Options Building                                                                                      Email: lmswxoffice@gmail.com 
Pioneer road 
Maseru 

Fig.2 
Seasonal Outlook (Mar-Apr-May 2026) 
Above average rainfall is anticipated . Temperature is expected be normal  to slightly above 
normal. 
N.B. It is important to note that during  summer season, flash floods, thunderstorms, 
hailstorms, and strong winds are frequent and may result in  loss of lives while also posing 
possible damage to property and crops. 
General Comments (Advisory) 
Climate Smart Agriculture: 
Livestock farmers are advised to keep animals under protected structures for protection against 
weather extremes. 
Heavy rainfall:  
Heavy rainfall can cause waterlogging in seedbeds, nutrient leaching in prepared fields, and 
rapid surface runoff leading to soil erosion. Farmers sh ould ensure that drainage systems are 
clear to prevent field waterlogging. 
General Recommendations: