The weather in August in Botswana
It's warm in August in Botswana with an average temperature of 28°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 25°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 8°C and 13°C.
Looking for great weather? August is a good time to be in Botswana. The temperatures are nice, and there’s little chance of rain this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Botswana. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 35°C in 2019, Botswana reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 19°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -2°C to a highest value of 19°C.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 0,1 mm of precipitation in August. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Daily weather in August for Botswana
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Botswana. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Botswana | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 28°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 30°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 8°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 0,1 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 1 day | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Botswana with hot temps, averaging around 27°C during the day and nights around 10°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps rise to around 29°C, with nights around 11°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Botswana is around 29°C, while nighttime temps are about 12°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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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.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Botswana. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Botswana
Temperature in August in Botswana over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August 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.
Daily Precipitation in August in Botswana
Total precipitation in August in Botswana over the years
Daily UV index in August in Botswana
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Botswana, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Weather experiences in August in Botswana
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The 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.— This text is automatically translated to English
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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.