Weather in Gaborone
What's the weather like in Gaborone?
Gaborone has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and low overall rainfall. Average daytime highs range from 31°C (89°F) in January to 22°C (71°F) in July, with overnight lows around 20°C (69°F) and 7°C (44°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Gaborone are April through August.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇧🇼 Botswana
- Region
- Africa
- Time zone
- Africa/Gaborone
- Coordinates
- -24.628, 25.923
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C / 89°F | 20°C / 69°F | 76 mm | 17 | — |
| February | 30°C / 87°F | 20°C / 68°F | 68 mm | 16 | — |
| March | 29°C / 85°F | 18°C / 64°F | 37 mm | 12 | — |
| April | 27°C / 80°F | 15°C / 58°F | 27 mm | 9 | — |
| May | 24°C / 76°F | 10°C / 51°F | 7 mm | 4 | — |
| June | 22°C / 71°F | 7°C / 45°F | 2 mm | 2 | — |
| July | 22°C / 71°F | 7°C / 44°F | 2 mm | 2 | — |
| August | 26°C / 79°F | 10°C / 50°F | 1 mm | 1 | — |
| September | 30°C / 86°F | 14°C / 57°F | 4 mm | 2 | — |
| October | 32°C / 90°F | 17°C / 63°F | 22 mm | 6 | — |
| November | 32°C / 90°F | 19°C / 65°F | 50 mm | 10 | — |
| December | 32°C / 89°F | 20°C / 68°F | 78 mm | 15 | — |
Gaborone by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Gaborone?
The most comfortable months in Gaborone are usually May, June, July, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Gaborone?
October is typically the hottest month in Gaborone, averaging a high of 32°C (90°F).
What is the coldest month in Gaborone?
July is usually the coldest, with average lows around 7°C (44°F).
Does it snow in Gaborone?
Snow is rare in Gaborone; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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