Best Time to Visit Lobatse, Lobatse, Botswana
Lobatse is at its sunniest and driest in April–October.
The best time to visit Lobatse for sunny, dry weather is April–May and September–October — 4 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 10.9°C / 51.6°F in July to 24.1°C / 75.4°F in January, with rainfall from 1 mm / 0 in (July) to 96 mm / 3.8 in (January). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Lobatse, Lobatse, Botswana's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Lobatse'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 | 18.2°C64.8°F | 35 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 14.3°C57.7°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 18.3°C64.9°F | 16 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 21.9°C71.4°F | 43 mm1.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Lobatse?
The best time to visit Lobatse for sunny, dry weather is April, May, September, October. At the city itself, the warmest month is January averaging 24.1°C / 75.4°F, and the driest is July with about 1 mm / 0 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Lobatse's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Lobatse?
The rainy season at Lobatse, Lobatse runs through November–March, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 43 mm / 1.7 in. The wettest single month is January (96 mm / 3.8 in).
What is the driest month in Lobatse?
The driest month in Lobatse is July, averaging about 1 mm / 0 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 10.9°C / 51.6°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Lobatse?
The least comfortable months for travel to Lobatse — 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 96 mm / 3.8 in in January, and the coldest month averages 10.9°C / 51.6°F.
Is Lobatse climate different from Botswana overall?
Yes, usually. Our Lobatse 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 Lobatse specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.