December · Botswana
Best time to visit Okavango Delta in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Okavango Delta in December
Average temperature 29°C, 117 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 46% 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
- 117 mm
- Humidity
- 46%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
December in Okavango Delta scores 5.8/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 29°C, 117 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
The Okavango Delta spreads a maze of channels and islands where the river ends in the Kalahari sand.
December in Okavango Delta: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
Days in December average 29°C (85°F) — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
117 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 9.5/10 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 Okavango Delta — 3.7 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Okavango Delta in December?
- In December, Okavango Delta averages 29°C, 117 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 Okavango Delta?
- 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 Okavango Delta in December?
- Expect about 117 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 46% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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