Winter Activities Potential
Poor
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
June, July
January, December
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Generally dry
Good For
General Travel
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❄️ Planning a winter trip to Gaborone?
The best time to visit Gaborone for winter activities is June, July, January, when conditions are ideal for experiences like northern lights, dog sledding, and snow excursions. If you're planning your trip during this period, it’s a good idea to explore available tours and places to stay in advance.
Climate Heatmap
See at a glance which months offer the best winter activities conditions — based on temperature, rainfall and climate scores.
Winter months in Gaborone offer the highest chances of seeing the northern lights and enjoying snow-based activities.
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Monthly weather & climate data for Gaborone
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 1Poor Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 26° | 86 |
February | 1Poor Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 26° | 88 |
March | 1Poor Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 24° | 49 |
April | 1Poor Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 21° | 36 |
May | 1Poor Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 17° | 12 |
June | 20Poor Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 14° | 3 |
July | 20Poor Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 14° | 1 |
August | 1Poor Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 17° | 3 |
September | 1Poor Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 21° | 11 |
October | 1Poor Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 24° | 31 |
November | 1Poor Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 25° | 60 |
December | 1Poor Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 26° | 87 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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