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Ghanzi Weather in December
December in Ghanzi brings very high temperatures around 34°C (93°F) during the day, dropping to 20°C (68°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 79 mm (3.1 in) for the month.
Rainfall in Ghanzi in December
Past climate data indicates that roughly 9 days will see rain, totalling around 79 mm (3.1 in) for the month. When showers do arrive, they tend to be on the heavier side. Worth being prepared even if rain days are not that numerous.
Temperature in Ghanzi in December
December in Ghanzi sees highs of 34°C (93°F) and lows of 20°C (68°F) overnight. For most visitors, the main thing to prepare for is the heat during the day. With overnight lows of 20°C (68°F), evenings stay pleasantly warm.
Sunshine in Ghanzi in December
There are approximately 267 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.December in Ghanzi 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.
Ghanzi Temperature in December
Min Temperature
20°C (68°F)
Max Temperature
34°C (93°F)
Chance of Rain
31%
Precipitation
79 mm (3.1 in)
Rainy days
9 days
Humidity
51%
Sunshine
267 hours
Percentage Sunshine
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Daily Historical Temperatures
44-year average (1980-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Ghanzi typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 34°C (93°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 21°C (70°F).
Average temperatures in December
Historical weather records for Ghanzi in December
Browse day-by-day weather records for Ghanzi spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Ghanzi historical weather extremes in December
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Ghanzi from 2001 through 2025.
- The warmest day in December was on December 2, 2016, with a maximum of 41°C (106°F).
- The coldest December day was on December 9, 2013, with a maximum of 22°C (72°F).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in December was 14°C (57°F) (December 31, 2007).
Best Places in Botswana in December
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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 Ghanzi in December
Hot weather in December 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. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
What To Do in Ghanzi in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming9/10 -
Cycling7/10 -
Walking7/10 -
Camping8/10 -
Outdoor sports7/10
Ghanzi 3-Day Forecast
More climate data for Ghanzi
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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Popular in December
Where to go in December - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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32°C (90°F) Francistown32°C (90°F) Bucket list
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