Best Time to Visit Tshabong, Kgalagadi, Botswana
Tshabong is at its sunniest and driest in April–December.
The best time to visit Tshabong for sunny, dry weather is April–December — 9 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through April–November; the wetter half falls in December–March. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 14°C / 57.2°F in July to 27.6°C / 81.7°F in January, with rainfall from 2 mm / 0.1 in (June) to 57 mm / 2.2 in (February). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Tshabong, Kgalagadi, Botswana's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Tshabong'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 | 21.7°C71.1°F | 32 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| May | 17.5°C63.5°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 14.1°C57.4°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 14°C57.2°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 16.9°C62.4°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 21.1°C70°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| October | 24.4°C75.9°F | 21 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Warm |
| November | 26.2°C79.2°F | 32 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Hot |
| December | 27.4°C81.3°F | 37 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Hot |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Tshabong?
The best time to visit Tshabong for sunny, dry weather is April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is January averaging 27.6°C / 81.7°F, and the driest is June with about 2 mm / 0.1 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Tshabong's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Tshabong?
The rainy season at Tshabong, Kgalagadi runs through December–March, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 32 mm / 1.3 in. The wettest single month is February (57 mm / 2.2 in).
What is the driest month in Tshabong?
The driest month in Tshabong is June, averaging about 2 mm / 0.1 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 14.1°C / 57.4°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Tshabong?
The least comfortable months for travel to Tshabong — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, May, June, July, August. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 57 mm / 2.2 in in February, and the coldest month averages 14°C / 57.2°F.
Is Tshabong climate different from Botswana overall?
Yes, usually. Our Tshabong 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 Tshabong specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.