Temperature in The Kalahari Desert in October

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in the Kalahari Desert, Botswana this October.

The Kalahari Desert, Botswana, a region in Botswana, typically experiences very warm weather in October, with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F) and nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) in Ghanzi. On average, October is the warmest month of the year in the Kalahari Desert, Botswana. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

What is the temperature of the different cities in the Kalahari Desert, Botswana in October?

Curious about the October temperatures in the prime spots of the Kalahari Desert? Navigate the map below and tap on a destination dot for more detailed stats.

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See also: the Kalahari Desert weather by month.

Best Places to Visit in the Kalahari Desert in October

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in October: blue is cold, red is hot.

See all October weather averages, cities and regions in the Kalahari Desert

The Kalahari Desert temperatures in October: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in the Kalahari Desert, Botswana in October?

Ghanzi averages a daytime high of 35°C (95°F) in October, which is very high for the Kalahari Desert, Botswana.

How cold does it get at night in the Kalahari Desert, Botswana in October?

Nighttime temperatures in Ghanzi typically drop to around 19°C (66°F) in October.

How much sun does the Kalahari Desert, Botswana get in October?

Ghanzi usually sees around 279 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

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