Botswana Map
Interactive map of Botswana with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.
Summary
Botswana is a country in Africa. Botswana is a country in Africa with its capital at Gaborone. It has a population of about 2.6 million. The capital is Gaborone.
Right now it is 72°F (22°C) in Botswana with mainly clear. It feels like 69°F. Today runs from 54°F to 83°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Botswana is May, June, July, August, September, October and November. The climate is Mediterranean. January, February and April tend to be the least comfortable months. December is the warmest month with average highs near 89°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 45°F.
The closest major airport is O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), about 179 mi away.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 83°F is 4.1°F above the 79°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. photography is the strongest bet in Botswana today at 9.9/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Botswana
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Coordinates: 24°37′41.5″S 25°55′23.2″E (-24.6282, 25.9231)
Quick facts about Botswana
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Africa |
| Continent | Africa |
| Coordinates | 24°37′41.5″S 25°55′23.2″E (-24.6282, 25.9231) |
| Capital | Gaborone |
| Population | 2.600.000 |
| Area | 224.607 sq mi |
| ISO code | BW |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | BWA |
| Currency | Botswana pula (BWP) |
| Languages | English, Setswana |
| Calling code | +267 |
| Time zone | Africa/Gaborone |
| Local time | 10:38 AM (UTC+02:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August, September, October and November |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
Neighboring countries in Africa
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Getting to Botswana
- O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) · 179 mi
- Johannesburg · 172 mi · roughly 3.9 h driving
Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.
Airports near Botswana
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| O. R. Tambo International Airport | JNB | 179 mi | Johannesburg |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Botswana?
Botswana is a country in Africa. Its coordinates are -24.6282, 25.9231. It lies in Africa.
What is the weather like in Botswana right now?
It is currently 72°F (22°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 34% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Botswana?
May, June, July, August, September, October and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Botswana, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, February and April are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Botswana in?
Botswana observes Africa/Gaborone (UTC+02:00). The local time is 10:38 AM.
How many people live in Botswana?
Botswana has a population of approximately 2.6 million.
What is the nearest airport to Botswana?
The closest airports are O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), 179 mi away.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 21, 2026 at 10:38 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
