August · Botswana
Best time to visit Gaborone in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Gaborone in August
Average temperature 17°C, 1 mm of rain, about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 36% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
9.6/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 17°C
- Rainfall
- 1 mm
- Humidity
- 36%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 24
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
August in Gaborone scores 9.6/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 17°C, 1 mm of rain, and roughly 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Gaborone is Botswana's low-rise capital, set among hills with a game reserve and national museum in town.
August in Gaborone tops the year's climate scores
Temperatures hover around 17°C (63°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
At just 1 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.1 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Gaborone at 9.6/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.
Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Gaborone in August?
- In August, Gaborone averages 17°C, 1 mm of rain, and about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.6/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Gaborone?
- August earns a 9.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Gaborone in August?
- Expect about 1 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 36% and there are about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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