The Okavango Delta
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October in Chobe National Park brings extremely high temperatures, with daytime highs of 36°C (97°F) and nights around 22°C (72°F). Only 12 mm (0.5 in) of rainfall is typical, making it a largely dry month.
October in Chobe National Park can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Chobe National Park - and find the best time to visit.
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.
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Chobe National Park from 2006 through 2025.
Find out more about the weather in Botswana and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Botswana in October →
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).
Hot weather in October means keeping cool is the priority. Loose-fitting clothes in natural fabrics work best. Pack plenty of shorts, tank tops, and breathable shirts. Don't forget a hat, swimwear, and comfortable sandals. With minimal rainfall expected, you can leave the rain gear at home.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
See the full Chobe National Park climate overview or explore weather in Botswana.
Where to go in October - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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