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Botswana Weather in September

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

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Are you planning a trip a to Botswana in September and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Botswana in September

September in Botswana generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Kanye at 29°C (84°F) to very warm in Masarwa at 35°C (95°F). At night it cools down to 17°C (63°F) in Masarwa and 13°C (55°F) in Kanye. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

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

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Chobe with an average of 2.5 mm (0.1 in) to low rainfall in Kanye with 12 mm (0.5 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Gaborone enjoys approximately 303 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Botswana by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Botswana — and find the best time to visit. (based on Gaborone)

January32°C (90°F) February32°C (90°F) March31°C (88°F) April28°C (82°F) May26°C (79°F) June23°C (73°F) This monthJuly23°C (73°F) August26°C (79°F) September30°C (86°F) October32°C (90°F) November32°C (90°F) December32°C (90°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Botswana in September

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Botswana.

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 September for some of the most popular destinations in Botswana?

Temperature range in Botswana (September)

Precipitation variation in Botswana (September)

Gaborone

In September Gaborone generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
30°C (86°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
320 hours
303 hours
298 hours
Monthly rainfall
2.9 mm (0.1 in)
10 mm (0.4 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Gaborone →

Francistown

In September Francistown generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
1 mm (0.04 in)
6.7 mm (0.3 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Francistown →

Maun

In September Maun generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
34°C (93°F)
37°C (99°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
332 hours
315 hours
291 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
3.3 mm (0.1 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
4 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Maun →

Mahalapye

In September Mahalapye generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
31°C (88°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
1.3 mm (0.1 in)
7.5 mm (0.3 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Mahalapye →

Masarwa

In September Masarwa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
35°C (95°F)
37°C (99°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
2.7 mm (0.1 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
4 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Masarwa →

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Popular cities in September

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Gaborone 30°C (86°F) 15°C (59°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Kasane 34°C (93°F) 18°C (64°F) 2.7 mm (0.1 in)
Francistown 32°C (90°F) 16°C (61°F) 6.7 mm (0.3 in)
Maun 34°C (93°F) 17°C (63°F) 3.3 mm (0.1 in)
Kang 31°C (88°F) 13°C (55°F) 4.5 mm (0.2 in)
Ghanzi 33°C (91°F) 14°C (57°F) 3.2 mm (0.1 in)

Botswana weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Botswana in September?

Botswana typically experiences pleasant weather in September, part of the season. Daytime highs in Gaborone average around 30°C (86°F), and temperatures drop to about 15°C (59°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Botswana in September?

Gaborone averages a daytime maximum of 30°C (86°F) in September, with overnight lows close to 15°C (59°F).

Does Botswana get a lot of rain in September?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Botswana during September, with Gaborone averaging close to 10 mm (0.4 in).

Is September a Good Time to Visit Botswana?

In our opinion, September is a good time to visit Botswana with overall perfect 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. The weather in January, February, March, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be tolerable.

Interested in more climate information?

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