Botswana (Chobe) · August
Best travel monthPeak seasonBotswana · Africa
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 30° (86°)24– (75–)34 (93) | 31° (88°)25– (77–)34 (93) | 31° (88°)25– (77–)33 (91) | 30° (86°)25– (77–)33 (91) | 29° (84°)25– (77–)32 (90) | 27° (81°)22– (72–)30 (86) | 26° (79°)21– (70–)29 (84) | 30° (86°)24– (75–)34 (93) | 34° (93°)29– (84–)37 (99) | 36° (97°)28– (82–)39 (102) | 33° (91°)24– (75–)38 (100) | 31° (88°)25– (77–)36 (97) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 20° (68°)17– (63–)22 (72) | 20° (68°)17– (63–)22 (72) | 19° (66°)15– (59–)21 (70) | 16° (61°)11– (52–)20 (68) | 12° (54°)7– (45–)17 (63) | 10° (50°)4– (39–)16 (61) | 10° (50°)4– (39–)14 (57) | 12° (54°)6– (43–)18 (64) | 17° (63°)10– (50–)23 (73) | 21° (70°)13– (55–)25 (77) | 21° (70°)17– (63–)24 (75) | 21° (70°)18– (64–)23 (73) |
☀️Sunshine | 7h UV 8 | 8h UV 9 | 8h UV 9 | 9h UV 8 | 10h UV 8 | 10h UV 8 | 10h UV 8 | 11h UV 9 | 11h UV 10 | 11h UV 10 | 10h UV 9 | 8h UV 9 |
🌧Rain Days | 19d225mm (8.9") | 14d154mm (6.0") | 10d92mm (3.6") | 3d26mm (1.0") | 0d1mm (<0.1") | 0d0mm (<0.1") | 0d0mm (<0.1") | 0d0mm (<0.1") | 0d0mm (<0.1") | 1d6mm (0.2") | 8d67mm (2.7") | 16d168mm (6.6") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Peak season — flights and hotels at their annual highest. Book early.
August is among the best months in Botswana (Chobe): only 0 rain days, 30°C (86°F) highs, and good sunshine make for ideal holiday conditions.
Daytime highs average 30°C (86°F), cooling to 12°C (54°F) at night (daily average: 22°C (72°F)). Peaks reach around 34°C (93°F), the coldest nights around 6°C (43°F). With 11 sunshine hours per day, August is one of the sunniest months — 0 mm (0 in) of rain over 0 days.
Light, breathable clothing and sun protection are essential. Early mornings and evenings are good for excursions when it's a little cooler.
The classic safari time: hundreds of elephants come down to drink, buffalo, hippos and crocodiles line the banks, and the afternoon boat trip becomes the highlight of the day. Mornings are cool, days dry and sunny, and by September the heat climbs noticeably. Camps are well booked.
Packing list for Botswana (Chobe) in August
- Light summer clothes
- Thin cardigan for cool evenings
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is August a good time to visit Botswana (Chobe)?
- Yes — August is one of the best months to visit Botswana (Chobe) (Climate Score: 94/100). Pleasant temperatures (30°C (86°F)), good sunshine (11 h/day), and few rain days (0) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Botswana (Chobe) in August?
- In August, Botswana (Chobe) sees daily highs of 30°C (86°F). Nights cool to 12°C (54°F), with a daily average of 22°C (72°F). Peaks reach around 34°C (93°F), the coldest nights around 6°C (43°F).
- How much rain falls in Botswana (Chobe) in August?
- In August, Botswana (Chobe) receives an average of 0 mm (0 in) of rain over 0 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Botswana (Chobe) get in August?
- Botswana (Chobe) averages 11 sunshine hours per day in August — above the annual average.
