Kalahari Desert

Kalahari Desert Weather in February

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

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Kang Ghanzi

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

What to Expect in the Kalahari Desert in February

The Kalahari Desert, Botswana is a region in Botswana. February in the Kalahari Desert generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 32°C (90°F) and nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) in Ghanzi. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

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

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Kang with an average of 68 mm (2.7 in) to high rainfall in Ghanzi with 107 mm (4.2 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Ghanzi sees close to 283 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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) This monthJune24°C (75°F) July23°C (73°F) August27°C (81°F) September31°C (88°F) October33°C (91°F) November34°C (93°F) December34°C (93°F)
Best Time to Visit the Kalahari Desert →

Best Places to Visit in the Kalahari Desert in February

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 February for some of the most popular destinations in the Kalahari Desert, Botswana?

Temperature range in the Kalahari Desert (February)

Precipitation variation in the Kalahari Desert (February)

Ghanzi

In February Ghanzi 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.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
295 hours
283 hours
313 hours
Monthly rainfall
118 mm (4.6 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
7 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Ghanzi →

Kang

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

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
7 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
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 February

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kang 33°C (91°F) 21°C (70°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Ghanzi 32°C (90°F) 20°C (68°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)

The Kalahari Desert weather in February: frequently asked questions

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

Expect unpleasant weather across the Kalahari Desert, Botswana in February. The popular destination of Ghanzi averages 32°C (90°F) by day and 20°C (68°F) at night during this month.

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

In Ghanzi, the average daytime high in February is 32°C (90°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 20°C (68°F).

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

Ghanzi typically receives notable rainfall in February, about 107 mm (4.2 in) on average across the Kalahari Desert, Botswana.

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

In our opinion, February is a good time to visit the Kalahari Desert, Botswana with overall tolerable weather in Ghanzi. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Ghanzi. On the other hand, the weather in January, October, November and December tend to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

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

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