Best Time to Visit Gaborone, Gaborone, Botswana
Gaborone is at its sunniest and driest in April–October.
The best time to visit Gaborone for sunny, dry weather is April–May and August–October — 5 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through April–October; the wetter half falls in November–March. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 13.8°C / 56.8°F in June to 26.4°C / 79.5°F in January, with rainfall from 1 mm / 0 in (July) to 89 mm / 3.5 in (January). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Gaborone, Gaborone, Botswana's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Gaborone's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| April | 20.9°C69.6°F | 29 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| May | 17.1°C62.8°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 17°C62.6°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 21.4°C70.5°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| October | 24.2°C75.6°F | 39 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Gaborone?
The best time to visit Gaborone for sunny, dry weather is April, May, August, September, October. At the city itself, the warmest month is January averaging 26.4°C / 79.5°F, and the driest is July with about 1 mm / 0 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Gaborone's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Gaborone?
The rainy season at Gaborone, Gaborone runs through November–March, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 39 mm / 1.5 in. The wettest single month is January (89 mm / 3.5 in).
What is the driest month in Gaborone?
The driest month in Gaborone is July, averaging about 1 mm / 0 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 13.9°C / 57°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Gaborone?
The least comfortable months for travel to Gaborone — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, May, June, July, August, November. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 89 mm / 3.5 in in January, and the coldest month averages 13.8°C / 56.8°F.
Is Gaborone climate different from Botswana overall?
Yes, usually. Our Gaborone figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Botswana figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Gaborone specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.