The best times to visit Ghanzi for ideal weather are

March 26th to October 7th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Ghanzi Travel Info

Weather in Ghanzi

Temperature

Average temperatures in Ghanzi vary somewhat. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a very low chance of precipitation throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 49th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Ghanzi, the hottest months are October, November, and then December. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid November where highs are regularly around 94.5°F (34.7°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 67.6°F (19.8°C) at night.

Ghanzi Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Ghanzi Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Ghanzi Perceived Temperature (F)

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Ghanzi Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Ghanzi Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 89.3 78.9 67.1
Feb 89.6 79 66.1
Mar 87.1 76.6 63.8
Apr 83.4 71.5 56.1
May 81.3 67.9 49.4
Jun 76.1 61.7 42.7
Jul 75 60.5 41.7
Aug 81.7 67.1 47.1
Sep 89.6 75.4 55.3
Oct 93.6 81.3 63
Nov 92.5 81.1 65.6
Dec 91.2 80.7 67.3

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 31.8 26.1 19.5
Feb 32 26.1 18.9
Mar 30.6 24.8 17.7
Apr 28.6 21.9 13.4
May 27.4 19.9 9.7
Jun 24.5 16.5 5.9
Jul 23.9 15.8 5.4
Aug 27.6 19.5 8.4
Sep 32 24.1 12.9
Oct 34.2 27.4 17.2
Nov 33.6 27.3 18.7
Dec 32.9 27.1 19.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Ghanzi are July, September, and then August. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late May to early June. For example, on the week of May 28th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid January with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of January 15th.

When can you find snow in Ghanzi? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Ghanzi.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Ghanzi (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 24% 0 5.4
Feb 18% 0 5
Mar 15% 0 3.6
Apr 11% 0 1.3
May 2% 0 0.2
Jun 1% 0 0.2
Jul 0% 0 0
Aug 0% 0 0
Sep 0% 0 0
Oct 4% 0 1.4
Nov 10% 0 3
Dec 20% 0 2.9

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 24 0 13.7
Feb 18 0 12.7
Mar 15 0 9.1
Apr 11 0 3.3
May 2 0 0.5
Jun 1 0 0.5
Jul 0 0 0
Aug 0 0 0
Sep 0 0 0
Oct 4 0 3.6
Nov 10 0 7.6
Dec 20 0 7.4

 

Humidity and Wind

Ghanzi has some comfortably humid months, with some very dry months. The least humid month is September (17.5% relative humidity), and the most humid month is January (52.4%).

Wind in Ghanzi is usually calm. The windiest month is November, followed by December and October. November’s average wind speed of around 5.2 knots (5.9 MPH or 9.5 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late November to early December where average top sustained speeds reach 9.9 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Ghanzi.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Max Sustained Wind
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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 4.5 Light breeze 8.9 Gentle breeze
Feb 4.4 Light breeze 8.8 Gentle breeze
Mar 3.9 Barely noticeable 8.2 Gentle breeze
Apr 3.7 Barely noticeable 7.9 Gentle breeze
May 3.8 Barely noticeable 8 Gentle breeze
Jun 4.1 Light breeze 8.2 Gentle breeze
Jul 4.2 Light breeze 8.4 Gentle breeze
Aug 4.5 Light breeze 9 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.5 Light breeze 9.1 Gentle breeze
Oct 4.7 Light breeze 9.1 Gentle breeze
Nov 5.2 Light breeze 9.7 Gentle breeze
Dec 5.1 Light breeze 9.1 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 52.4%
Feb 47.6%
Mar 50.6%
Apr 43.5%
May 32%
Jun 30%
Jul 28%
Aug 19.9%
Sep 17.5%
Oct 21.9%
Nov 32.4%
Dec 43%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Ghanzi?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Botswana; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Oct 10, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Ghanzi, Botswana is November, followed by March and September. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Ghanzi in June. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 54.6 in June means 54.6% of the tourists vs. November.

 

 

Overall Ghanzi Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 88.1°F (31.2°C) and 78.4°F (25.8°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 5 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Winter (June through August)

The middle-year months have comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the least precipitation with about 0 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the slowest season for tourism in Ghanzi, so lodging and other accommodations may cost less than usual.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 94.5°F (34.7°C) and 89°F (31.7°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 0 to 3 days per month. Tourism is the busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be higher priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Ghanzi to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 92.4°F (33.6°C) and 86.2°F (30.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 5 to 7 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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