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Chobe National Park Weather in December

December in Chobe National Park brings very high temperatures around 32°C (90°F) during the day, dropping to 22°C (72°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 142 mm (5.6 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Chobe National Park in December

Rain is expected on roughly 11 days, totalling around 142 mm (5.6 in) for the month. The rain this month tends to fall in heavier spells rather than light drizzle. When it rains, showers can be significant.

Temperature in Chobe National Park in December

Chobe National Park in December gets highs of 32°C (90°F) during the day and drops to 22°C (72°F) at night. It's usually most comfortable outside during the morning and later in the day. Nights remain mild at 22°C (72°F), making evenings a pleasant time to be outdoors.

For Chobe National Park itself, May, June and July generally stand out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

Chobe National Park Temperature in December

Min Temperature
22°C (72°F)
Max Temperature
32°C (90°F)
Chance of Rain
37%
Precipitation
142 mm (5.6 in)
Rainy days
11 days

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Historical weather records for Chobe National Park in December

Browse day-by-day weather records for Chobe National Park spanning 21 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Chobe National Park historical weather extremes in December

Based on 19 years of weather observations in Chobe National Park between 2006 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.

  • The hottest December day on record in Chobe National Park reached 40°C (104°F) (December 6, 2024).
  • The coldest December day was on December 20, 2007, with a maximum of 19°C (66°F).
  • The coldest night in December in Chobe National Park was on December 20, 2007, with a minimum of 15°C (59°F).
  • The heaviest December precipitation occurred on December 14, 2020, when 28 mm (1.1 in) of precipitation fell.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Chobe National Park in December

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in December. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho.

What To Do in Chobe National Park in December

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Cycling
    7/10
  • Walking
    7/10
  • Camping
    6/10
  • Outdoor sports
    7/10

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