Normal weather for Botswana in April
It's warm in April in Botswana with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 13°C and 18°C.
In April, there is an average of 23 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Botswana in April |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
29°C | 15°C | |
 High Temp |
31°C | 18°C | |
| Low Temp |
27°C | 12°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
23 mm | 29 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
6 days | 7 days | |
Start of April
The month of April starts in Botswana with hot temperatures, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights close to 18°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal for the day. For the evening and morning, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do.
Mid-April
By mid-April, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 29°C, with nights close to 16°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal for the day. For the evening and morning, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do.
End of April
By the end of April, the average daytime temperature in Botswana will be around 29°C, with nights close to 15°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal for the day. For the evening and morning, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is April a good time to visit Botswana?
Want nice weather? Then April is a great time to be in Botswana. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Botswana in April
With 35°C, Botswana hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in April 2020. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 17°C in 2017. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 6°C to a high of 21°C.
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Daily Temperature in April in Botswana
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in April in Botswana, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
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Daily Precipitation in April in Botswana
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in April for Botswana, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for April, you can expect around 6 days of rain in Botswana.
Daily UV Index in April in Botswana
This chart shows the average daily UV index in April in Botswana, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in April in Botswana Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in April in Botswana, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in April in Botswana Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in April in Botswana, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in April for Botswana
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Lots of sunshine and temperatures around 30 degrees Celsius. An occasional rain shower in the evening kept things cool.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Botswana by Month
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