Botswana

Botswana Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Botswana in April.

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Gaborone Kasane Francistown Maun

Considering a trip to Botswana this April and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Botswana in April

April in Botswana generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Kanye at 27°C (81°F) to very warm in Maun at 32°C (90°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 17°C (63°F) in Maun and 14°C (57°F) in Kanye.

To explore the conditions in Botswana in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Nata with an average of 14 mm (0.6 in) to moderate rainfall in Kanye with 35 mm (1.4 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Gaborone enjoys approximately 246 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Botswana in April

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Botswana

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Botswana?

Temperature range in Botswana (April)

Precipitation variation in Botswana (April)

Gaborone

In April Gaborone generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
28°C (82°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
277 hours
246 hours
288 hours
Monthly rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
2 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Gaborone →

Francistown

In April Francistown generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
29°C (84°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
5.2 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
4 days
a single day
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Francistown →

Maun

In April Maun generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
257 hours
282 hours
310 hours
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
2.7 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
4 days
a single day
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Maun →

Mahalapye

In April Mahalapye generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
29°C (84°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
7.5 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
4 days
a single day
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Mahalapye →

Masarwa

In April Masarwa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
2.4 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
3 days
a single day
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Masarwa →

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Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Botswana in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Gaborone 28°C (82°F) 15°C (59°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Kasane 31°C (88°F) 18°C (64°F) 19 mm (0.7 in)
Francistown 29°C (84°F) 16°C (61°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)
Maun 32°C (90°F) 17°C (63°F) 19 mm (0.7 in)
Kang 29°C (84°F) 15°C (59°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Ghanzi 30°C (86°F) 16°C (61°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)

Botswana weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Botswana in April?

April in Botswana brings perfect weather. In Gaborone, daytime temperatures are typically around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime lows hover near 15°C (59°F).

What is the average temperature in Botswana in April?

In Gaborone, the average daytime high in April is 28°C (82°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 15°C (59°F).

Does Botswana get a lot of rain in April?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Botswana during April, with Gaborone averaging close to 30 mm (1.2 in).

Is April a Good Time to Visit Botswana?

We consider April to be one of the best times to travel to Botswana. Typically, the climate in Gaborone is perfect.

On average, the best time to visit Botswana is in April, May, June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Gaborone. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, October, November and December tend to have tolerable weather conditions.

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