Best Time to Visit Ghanzi, Ghanzi, Botswana
Ghanzi is at its sunniest and driest in April–November.
The best time to visit Ghanzi for sunny, dry weather is April–November — 8 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 15.4°C / 59.7°F in July to 26.5°C / 79.7°F in January, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in (June) to 89 mm / 3.5 in (January). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Ghanzi, Ghanzi, Botswana's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Ghanzi'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 | 22°C71.6°F | 26 mm1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| May | 18.5°C65.3°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 15.5°C59.9°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 15.4°C59.7°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 18.4°C65.1°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 22.7°C72.9°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 25.7°C78.3°F | 25 mm1″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| November | 26.3°C79.3°F | 38 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Hot |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Ghanzi?
The best time to visit Ghanzi for sunny, dry weather is April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November. At the city itself, the warmest month is January averaging 26.5°C / 79.7°F, and the driest is June with about 0 mm / 0 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Ghanzi's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Ghanzi?
The rainy season at Ghanzi, Ghanzi runs through November–March, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 26 mm / 1 in. The wettest single month is January (89 mm / 3.5 in).
What is the driest month in Ghanzi?
The driest month in Ghanzi is June, averaging about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 15.5°C / 59.9°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Ghanzi?
The least comfortable months for travel to Ghanzi — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, May, June, July, August, December. 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 15.4°C / 59.7°F.
Is Ghanzi climate different from Botswana overall?
Yes, usually. Our Ghanzi 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 Ghanzi specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.