December · Botswana
Best time to visit Chobe National Park in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Chobe National Park in December
Average temperature 29°C, 113 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 49% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
5.8/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 29°C
- Rainfall
- 113 mm
- Humidity
- 49%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
December in Chobe National Park scores 5.8/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 29°C, 113 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Chobe National Park in northern Botswana is known for large elephant herds beside the Chobe River and open floodplains.
December in Chobe National Park: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
Days in December average 29°C (84°F) — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
113 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 5.8/10 on the same scale — 12th of 12 months, versus 9.6/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, May is materially better in Chobe National Park — 3.8 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Chobe National Park in December?
- In December, Chobe National Park averages 29°C, 113 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.8/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Chobe National Park?
- December earns a 5.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Chobe National Park in December?
- Expect about 113 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 49% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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