Temperatures in October
It's hot in October in Botswana with an average temperature of 33°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 31°C to a high of 35°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 15°C and 20°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Botswana in October. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of October
The month of October starts in Botswana with hot temperatures, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights close to 17°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-October
By mid-October, the average daytime temperature rises to around 34°C, with nights close to 18°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.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Botswana will be around 34°C, with nights close to 19°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
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Precipitation in October
In October, there is an average of 21 mm of precipitation, spread over 4 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
The precipitation chance averages 12% per day this month. Though that seems low, there are also a few days with a higher chance of precipitation.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in October for Botswana. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Botswana in October |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
33°C | 15°C | |
 High Temp |
35°C | 17°C | |
| Low Temp |
31°C | 13°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
21 mm | 115 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
4 days | 14 days | |
September
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 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 October a good time to visit Botswana?
October is a great month to be in Botswana for sunny weather. You’ll get high temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Botswana in October
With 40°C, Botswana hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in October 2016. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 18°C in 2018. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 8°C to a high of 26°C.
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The climate of Botswana is based on weather data from Gaborone. Other locations might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Botswana for a full picture of the climate.
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Daily Temperature in October in Botswana
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in October 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.
Daily Precipitation in October in Botswana
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October 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 October, you can expect around 4 days of rain in Botswana.
Daily UV Index in October in Botswana
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October 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 October in Botswana Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Botswana, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in October in Botswana Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October 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 October for Botswana
Click on a specific day in October for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Botswana. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in October in Botswana
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Average Weather in Botswana by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Botswana. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
