Kalahari Desert

Kalahari Desert Weather in April

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

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Kang Ghanzi

Considering a trip to the Kalahari Desert, 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 the Kalahari Desert in April

The Kalahari Desert, Botswana is a region in Botswana. April in the Kalahari Desert generally has warm temperatures, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) in Ghanzi. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

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

Precipitation

April is a dry month with an average rainfall of around 27 mm (1.1 in) in Ghanzi.

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this April. For example, Ghanzi gets approximately 282 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore the Kalahari Desert by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Kalahari Desert - and find the best time to visit. (based on Kang)

January33°C (91°F) February33°C (91°F) March32°C (90°F) April29°C (84°F) May27°C (81°F) June24°C (75°F) July23°C (73°F) This monthAugust27°C (81°F) September31°C (88°F) October33°C (91°F) November34°C (93°F) December34°C (93°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Kalahari Desert in April

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

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 the Kalahari Desert

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

Temperature range in the Kalahari Desert (April)

Precipitation variation in the Kalahari Desert (April)

Ghanzi

In April Ghanzi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
30°C (86°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
313 hours
282 hours
316 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
2.6 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
2 days
0 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Ghanzi →

Kang

In April Kang generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
29°C (84°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
47 mm (1.9 in)
25 mm (1 in)
6.4 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
5 days
2 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Kang →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Kalahari Desert, in Botswana.

Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Kalahari Desert in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
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)

The Kalahari Desert weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Kalahari Desert, Botswana in April?

April in the Kalahari Desert, Botswana brings very good weather. In Ghanzi, daytime temperatures are typically around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime lows hover near 16°C (61°F).

What is the average temperature in the Kalahari Desert, Botswana in April?

Daytime temperatures in Ghanzi peak at roughly 30°C (86°F) in April, dropping to about 16°C (61°F) overnight.

Does the Kalahari Desert, Botswana get a lot of rain in April?

Not particularly. Ghanzi averages just 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain in April, making it a mostly dry month for the Kalahari Desert, Botswana.

Is April a Good Time to Visit the Kalahari Desert, Botswana?

Given the typically excellent weather conditions in Ghanzi, April might be a good time to visit the Kalahari Desert, Botswana. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit the Kalahari Desert, Botswana is in May, June, July and August with generally excellent weather in Ghanzi. On the other hand, the weather in January, October, November and December tend to be less favorable.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in the Kalahari Desert.

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