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Gaborone

City · 🇧🇼 Botswana
Population 235,884
Area 154 km²
Time zone Africa/Johannesburg, Africa/Gaborone
Official website www.gov.bw/en/Ministries--Authorities/Local-Authorities/Gaborone-City-Council
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Gaborone Essentials

Gaborone combines historical landmarks like the Three Dikgosi Monument with modern commercial hubs. The city’s retail landscape includes the historic Main Mall and contemporary centers like Game City and Masa Center. Cultural performances are hosted at Maitisong, while the National Stadium serves as the primary venue for sporting events. On the outskirts, Mokolodi Nature Reserve and Lion Park provide opportunities to observe indigenous wildlife, including rhinos and lions, within short driving distance of the capital.

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Climate & when to visit

Best time to visit: April, May, June, July, August, September

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Typical weather in January

Poor
  • 33° · extremes 16°–38°
  • 19° at night
  • 17 rainy days
  • 18 sunny days
  • 9 hours of sunshine per day
  • Humid air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 13 · extreme
Up to 8 days above 35°

Typical weather in February

Poor
  • 32° · extremes 16°–38°
  • 19° at night
  • 14 rainy days
  • 16 sunny days
  • 9 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 12 · extreme
Up to 8 days above 35°

Typical weather in March

Fair
  • 31° (feels like 30°) · extremes 13°–37°
  • 17° at night
  • 12 rainy days
  • 20 sunny days
  • 9 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 10 · very high

Typical weather in April

Great
  • 28° (feels like 26°) · extremes 9°–33°
  • 14° at night
  • 7 rainy days
  • 21 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 8 · very high

Typical weather in May

Great
  • 25° (feels like 22°) · extremes 5°–30°
  • 10° at night
  • 3 rainy days
  • 27 sunny days
  • 10 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 6 · high

Typical weather in June

Great
  • 23° (feels like 19°) · extremes 2°–27°
  • 6° at night
  • 1 rainy day
  • 27 sunny days
  • 9 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in July

Great
  • 22° (feels like 18°) · extremes 1°–27°
  • 6° at night
  • 0 rainy days
  • 28 sunny days
  • 10 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in August

Great
  • 26° (feels like 22°) · extremes 3°–32°
  • 8° at night
  • 1 rainy day
  • 29 sunny days
  • 10 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 7 · high

Typical weather in September

Great
  • 31° (feels like 26°) · extremes 8°–36°
  • 12° at night
  • 2 rainy days
  • 26 sunny days
  • 10 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 8 · very high

Typical weather in October

Fair
  • 33° (feels like 30°) · extremes 11°–38°
  • 16° at night
  • 6 rainy days
  • 23 sunny days
  • 10 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 10 · very high
Up to 10 days above 35°

Typical weather in November

Poor
  • 33° (feels like 31°) · extremes 12°–39°
  • 17° at night
  • 11 rainy days
  • 19 sunny days
  • 10 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 11 · extreme
Up to 10 days above 35°

Typical weather in December

Poor
  • 33° · extremes 16°–39°
  • 19° at night
  • 17 rainy days
  • 18 sunny days
  • 9 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 12 · extreme
Up to 10 days above 35°

Climate data: NASA POWER (MERRA-2) · 1996–2025

Practical information

Currency
Botswanan Pula BWP P · Card payments · Commonly accepted
Emergency numbers
911
Electricity
Type D / Type G
230 V · 50 Hz
Languages
English
Tap water
Drink with caution
Driving side
Left
Calling code
+267
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Tours & Activities

Three Dikgosi Monument
Drive
Mokolodi Nature Reserve
Drive
Botswana National Stadium

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