Climate of Gaborone, Botswana
Area-weighted average across Gaborone. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Gaborone, a subdivision of Botswana, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 13.7°C / 56.7°F in June to 26.2°C / 79.2°F in January, with rainfall from 1 mm / 0 in to 89 mm / 3.5 in depending on the season (470 mm / 18.5 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26.2°C79.2°F | 89 mm3.5″ | — |
| February | 25.6°C78.1°F | 77 mm3″ | — |
| March | 23.9°C75°F | 63 mm2.5″ | — |
| April | 20.7°C69.3°F | 29 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| May | 16.9°C62.4°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 13.7°C56.7°F | 4 mm0.2″ | — |
| July | 13.7°C56.7°F | 1 mm0″ | — |
| August | 16.9°C62.4°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 21.2°C70.2°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| October | 24.1°C75.4°F | 39 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Warm |
| November | 25°C77°F | 72 mm2.8″ | — |
| December | 25.6°C78.1°F | 71 mm2.8″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Gaborone?
The best months to visit Gaborone, Botswana for sunny, dry weather are April, May, August, September, October. The warmest month is January at an area-wide average of 26.2°C / 79.2°F, and the driest is July with about 1 mm / 0 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Gaborone?
Gaborone, Botswana has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 13.7°C / 56.7°F in June to 26.2°C / 79.2°F in January. Annual rainfall averages about 470 mm / 18.5 in, with the wettest month being January (89 mm / 3.5 in) and the driest July (1 mm / 0 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Gaborone?
The hottest month in Gaborone is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 26.2°C / 79.2°F.
What is the coldest month in Gaborone?
The coldest month in Gaborone is June, with an area-wide average temperature of 13.7°C / 56.7°F.
When does it rain most in Gaborone?
The wettest month in Gaborone is January, averaging about 89 mm / 3.5 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 1 mm / 0 in.