The climate of Botswana
The current climate in Botswana features temperatures ranging from a high of 33°C to a low of 24°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 30°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 6°C and in the warmer months around 20°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Botswana.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Botswana in recent years was 42°C in January 2016. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 11°C in June 2016.
Rainfall amount
On average, Botswana receives 443 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
The climate in Botswana is based on weather data from Gaborone. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Botswana to get the full picture of the climate.
Best time to visit Botswana?
The best time to visit Botswana for sunny weather is January through December. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Botswana.
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Climate Table of Botswana
The climate table of Botswana shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 32 | 32 | 30 | 29 | 27 | 24 | 24 | 28 | 32 | 33 | 32 | 32 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 21 | 20 | 18 | 16 | 11 | 7 | 6 | 10 | 15 | 18 | 19 | 20 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 92 | 85 | 66 | 23 | 2,1 | 2,5 | 1,5 | 0,1 | 2,9 | 21 | 67 | 79 |
| UV Index | 9 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 9 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Botswana. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Botswana
Yearly Temperature in Botswana
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Botswana. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Average Precipitation per Month in Botswana
Total Yearly Precipitation in Botswana
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Botswana. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Average UV Index per Month in Botswana
Weather experiences in Botswana
The weather in Botswana is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 4 visitors. Have you been to Botswana? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
Odette
The temperature is hot but not unbearable. The landscape is green and vibrant. Despite the occasional rain shower, a delightful experience.
RomyDespite the high temperature, around 30 degrees, it remained pleasant here because of the low humidity. It rained in the evening, keeping us cool. Attractive atmosphere.
Wilco HoegeeLots of sunshine and temperatures around 30 degrees Celsius. An occasional rain shower in the evening kept things cool.
Bjorn van WijnbergenThe days were warm but pleasant and the nights became quite cool. It was dry and there were almost no clouds, which was perfect for stargazing. The lack of rain could be a little problematic at times.
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Average weather in Botswana by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Botswana. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.