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 73°F (23°C) in Botswana with clear sky. It feels like 67°F. Today runs from 46°F to 74°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.8/10 - 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 44°F.
The closest major airport is O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), about 179 mi away.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 74°F is 4.7°F below the 79°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 10 AM to 1 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Botswana today at 10/10. 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)
Weather in Botswana right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 4:54 PM, Aug 5 local time.
Weekend outlook
☀️ 74° / 49°
Clear sky · 0% rain · wind 6 mph
☀️ 76° / 50°
Clear sky · 0% 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 | 4:54 PM (UTC+02:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August, September, October and November |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
Best time to visit Botswana
Go in May, June, July, August, September, October and November. 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
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Layers - the daily swing is 62°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- 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 73°F (23°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 17% and wind is 3 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 4:54 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 August 5, 2026 at 4:54 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
