Botswana Weather Forecast
Botswana weather: 71°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
14-day forecast for Botswana
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Oct 26 | ☁️ Overcast | 97° / 68° | 6% | 16 mph | 9 |
| Tue, Oct 27 | ☁️ Overcast | 97° / 70° | 18% | 10 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 94° / 68° | 0% | 9 mph | 9 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | ☀️ Clear sky | 91° / 68° | 0% | 11 mph | 9 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | ☀️ Clear sky | 93° / 69° | 0% | 11 mph | 9 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 92° / 70° | 1% | 11 mph | 10 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | ☁️ Overcast | 96° / 70° | 6% | 8 mph | 9 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 98° / 73° | 7% · 0,0 in | 8 mph | 10 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 96° / 71° | 7% · 0,0 in | 11 mph | 10 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 101° / 74° | 12% | 9 mph | 10 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 100° / 75° | 12% · 0,1 in | 13 mph | 10 |
| Fri, Nov 6 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 94° / 73° | 26% · 0,0 in | 9 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Nov 7 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 93° / 71° | 35% · 0,1 in | 8 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Nov 8 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 95° / 71° | 29% · 0,0 in | 15 mph | 9 |
The two-week trend
Steady. The second week averages within a degree of the first, so no big change is signalled.
The window averages 95°F against a October normal of 89°F - 39°F above.
The next 7 days look unusually dry - roughly 0% of a normal October week (0,0 in against 0,1 in).
What this means for Botswana
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.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
Gusts to 34 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in December to February.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 54°F.
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.
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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 11:46 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. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| 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 11:46 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
