Botswana

Botswana Weather in December

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

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Gaborone Kasane Francistown Maun

Planning a getaway to Botswana this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Botswana in December

December in Botswana generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range from 31°C (88°F) in Kanye to 34°C (93°F) in Ghanzi. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 20°C (68°F) in Ghanzi and 19°C (66°F) in Kanye. On average, December is the warmest month of the year in Botswana. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

For a closer look at conditions across Botswana, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Kang with an average of 66 mm (2.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Kasane with 161 mm (6.3 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Gaborone enjoys approximately 267 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Botswana in December

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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 December for some of the most popular destinations in Botswana?

Temperature range in Botswana (December)

Precipitation variation in Botswana (December)

Gaborone

In December Gaborone generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
277 hours
267 hours
288 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Gaborone →

Francistown

In December Francistown generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
102 mm (4 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Francistown →

Maun

In December Maun generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
264 hours
214 hours
245 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
152 mm (6 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Maun →

Mahalapye

In December Mahalapye generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Mahalapye →

Masarwa

In December Masarwa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
175 mm (6.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Masarwa →

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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Gaborone 32°C (90°F) 20°C (68°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Kasane 31°C (88°F) 21°C (70°F) 161 mm (6.3 in)
Francistown 32°C (90°F) 20°C (68°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Maun 34°C (93°F) 21°C (70°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)
Kang 34°C (93°F) 21°C (70°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Ghanzi 34°C (93°F) 20°C (68°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)

Botswana weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Botswana in December?

Expect tolerable weather across Botswana in December. The popular destination of Gaborone averages 32°C (90°F) by day and 20°C (68°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Botswana in December?

Gaborone averages a daytime maximum of 32°C (90°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 20°C (68°F).

Does Botswana get a lot of rain in December?

December is on the drier side in Botswana. Gaborone averages only about 82 mm (3.2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Botswana?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Botswana due to the typically pleasant weather in Gaborone.

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

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