Botswana (Chobe) · September
Best travel monthTravel 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
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
September is one of the best months to visit Botswana (Chobe) — with 11 sunshine hours per day and pleasant highs of 34°C (93°F).
Daytime highs average 34°C (93°F), cooling to 17°C (63°F) at night (daily average: 26°C (79°F)). Peaks reach around 37°C (99°F), the coldest nights around 10°C (50°F). With 11 sunshine hours per day, September 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 September
- Airy linen or cotton clothing
- Light evening wear
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Insect repellent
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is September a good time to visit Botswana (Chobe)?
- Yes — September is one of the best months to visit Botswana (Chobe) (Climate Score: 99/100). High temperatures (34°C (93°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 September?
- In September, Botswana (Chobe) sees daily highs of 34°C (93°F). Nights cool to 17°C (63°F), with a daily average of 26°C (79°F). Peaks reach around 37°C (99°F), the coldest nights around 10°C (50°F).
- How much rain falls in Botswana (Chobe) in September?
- In September, 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 September?
- Botswana (Chobe) averages 11 sunshine hours per day in September — above the annual average.
