February · Botswana
Best time to visit Okavango Delta in February Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Okavango Delta in February
Average temperature 28°C, 51 mm of rain, about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 49% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
February score
6.6/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 51 mm
- Humidity
- 49%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 28
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
February in Okavango Delta scores 6.6/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 28°C, 51 mm of rain, and roughly 28 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.
February in Okavango Delta: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
February averages 28°C (83°F), so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
Rainfall runs 51 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.6 hours of daylight.
It scores 6.6/10 here, 7th of 12 months, against 9.5/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a packable rain layer, footwear you can get muddy.
Figure on low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? May scores 2.9 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Okavango Delta in February?
- In February, Okavango Delta averages 28°C, 51 mm of rain, and about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.6/10.
- Is February a good time to visit Okavango Delta?
- February earns a 6.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Okavango Delta in February?
- Expect about 51 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 49% and there are about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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