Best Time to Visit Botswana — Month-by-Month Weather Guide
The best time to visit Botswana is September with a travel score of 97/100. The worst time is January (85/100). Top destinations: Maun, Mogoditshane, Palapye.
When is the best month to visit Botswana?
Excellent (80+)
Good (60-79)
Mixed (40-59)
Poor (<40)
The best time to visit Botswana is September (score: 97/100) with excellent weather conditions including warm temperatures and plenty of sunshine. Consider avoiding January (score: 85/100) though conditions are still reasonable for travel.
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Which cities in Botswana have the best weather?
| City | Best Month | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Maun | May | 99 |
| Mogoditshane | September | 97 |
| Palapye | September | 97 |
| Mochudi | September | 97 |
| Gaborone | September | 97 |
| Molepolole | September | 97 |
| Francistown | August | 97 |
| Serowe | September | 97 |
| Tlokweng | September | 97 |
When should I avoid visiting Botswana?
Botswana enjoys favorable conditions year-round! Even the lowest-scoring month, January, still has a score of 85/100. You can visit any time of year and expect decent weather for your trip.