Weather in Botswana

The weather in Botswana is influenced by its semi-arid climate, with temperatures remaining hot and dry for most of the year. Rainfall is scarce in Botswana but when it does rain, showers can be unpredictable and localised. Most of the rain that does fall comes during the summer months between November and April. The average summer temperatures can soar to 100°F (38°C). 

The wettest part of the country is in the north, with the precipitation peaking in January and February. The amount of rainfall decreases the further south one travels.

Winter (May to August) in Botswana is almost completely dry, and average nighttime lows often reach below 42°F (6°C). There are warm, sunny days and very cold nights, with temperatures dipping below freezing in some areas. Humidity levels are also very low in the winter months, adding to the pleasant conditions and resulting in crisp, clear weather.

The transitional seasons between summer and winter are pleasant and dry, without the freezing nights of winter.