Botswana Travel Guide
Botswana travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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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 71°F (22°C) in Botswana with clear. It feels like 69°F. Today runs from 68°F to 97°F. Chance of precipitation is 6%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.5/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Botswana is March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December. 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 warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 97°F is 8.3°F above the 89°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Botswana today at 9.8/10. Gusts to 34 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
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)
Weather in Botswana right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 2:32 PM, Oct 26 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌤️ 92° / 70°
Mainly clear · 1% rain · wind 11 mph
☁️ 96° / 70°
Overcast · 6% rain · wind 8 mph
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 | 2:32 PM (UTC+02:00) |
| Best months | March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
Best time to visit Botswana
Go in March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and April - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 34 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and April - historically the least comfortable months here.
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 71°F (22°C) with clear. Humidity is 50% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit Botswana?
March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December 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 2:32 PM.
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 October 26, 2026 at 2:32 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
