Monthly climate guide
Gaborone weather in February
Expect very hot weather in Gaborone in February: afternoons reach about 33°C (91°F), while nights drop to around 19°C (66°F). Around 75 mm of rain falls over the month (some rain), and skies are a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as January and about the same as March.
What stands out in February
- It's one of the greyest months, with cloud cover near 52%.
- Afternoons and nights feel like different seasons, roughly 14°C apart.
- Seasonally, February counts as late summer in Gaborone — the seasons are reversed south of the equator.
- It's wetter than a typical month in Gaborone — roughly 86% more rain than average.
Avg high
33°C
91°F
Avg low
19°C
66°F
Rainfall
75 mm
some rain
Humidity
54%
relative
Sky
52%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Gaborone weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°C / 92°F | 19°C / 67°F | 81 mm | 52% | 51% |
| February | 33°C / 91°F | 19°C / 66°F | 75 mm | 54% | 52% |
| March | 31°C / 88°F | 17°C / 63°F | 76 mm | 54% | 42% |
| April | 28°C / 82°F | 14°C / 57°F | 43 mm | 55% | 38% |
| May | 26°C / 78°F | 10°C / 49°F | 6 mm | 46% | 15% |
| June | 23°C / 73°F | 6°C / 43°F | 4 mm | 46% | 9% |
| July | 23°C / 73°F | 6°C / 42°F | 1 mm | 42% | 11% |
| August | 27°C / 80°F | 8°C / 47°F | 0 mm | 33% | 12% |
| September | 31°C / 88°F | 12°C / 54°F | 11 mm | 30% | 24% |
| October | 33°C / 92°F | 16°C / 60°F | 31 mm | 34% | 34% |
| November | 34°C / 93°F | 18°C / 64°F | 63 mm | 41% | 49% |
| December | 33°C / 92°F | 19°C / 66°F | 92 mm | 52% | 60% |
What to pack for February
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is February a good time to visit Gaborone?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Gaborone →Other Botswana cities in February
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Gaborone in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Gaborone?
It can be, if you like heat: February highs in Gaborone are around 33°C. Good for the beach; plan sightseeing for early morning and evening.
How warm is Gaborone in February?
Average highs are about 33°C (91°F) and average lows about 19°C (66°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Gaborone in February?
Gaborone typically gets around 75 mm of rain in February — some rain.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Gaborone (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.