Chobe, Botswana
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Botswana

Best Time to Visit
Chobe

Visit in September — score 90/100 · avg high 100°F · 0 rainy days

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Monthly Travel Scores

How we score

January

94°/62°F
31 rain days
13.0h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

February

93°/62°F
28 rain days
12.6h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

March

93°/61°F
21 rain days
12.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

April

92°/56°F
8 rain days
11.6h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

May

#2
89°/49°F
1 rain days
11.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

June

86°/44°F
1 rain days
10.9h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

July

85°/44°F
0 rain days
11.0h daylight
High crowds
Average

August

#3
93°/46°F
0 rain days
11.4h daylight
High crowds
Average

September

#1
100°/53°F
0 rain days
11.9h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

October

104°/61°F
2 rain days
12.4h daylight
High crowds
Average

November

104°/64°F
17 rain days
12.9h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

December

101°/65°F
31 rain days
13.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

Monthly Weather Data

MonthScoreAvg °FHigh °FLow °FRain DaysPrecip (mm)DaylightCrowdsCost
January4676°94°62°3116713.0hModerateBelow avg
February4576°93°62°2811612.6hModerateBelow avg
March5076°93°61°218512.1hModerateBelow avg
April7674°92°56°83211.6hModerateAverage
May8969°89°49°1311.1hModerateAverage
June7764°86°44°1310.9hHighAbove avg
July8063°85°44°0011.0hHighAverage
August8869°93°46°0011.4hHighAverage
September9077°100°53°0111.9hHighAbove avg
October8483°104°61°2912.4hHighAverage
November5682°104°64°176912.9hModerateBelow avg
December4779°101°65°3114613.1hModerateBelow avg

Seasonal Breakdown

Spring

Score
76/100
High
103°F
Low
59°F
Rain days
7/mo
Crowds
high

Spring in Chobe (September, October, November) brings average highs of 103°F and lows of 59°F, with about 7 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 76/100, with September being the strongest month of the season at 90/100.

Summer

Score
46/100
High
96°F
Low
63°F
Rain days
30/mo
Crowds
moderate

Summer in Chobe (December, January, February) brings average highs of 96°F and lows of 63°F, with about 30 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and budget-friendly accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 46/100, with December being the strongest month of the season at 47/100.

Fall

Score
72/100
High
91°F
Low
55°F
Rain days
10/mo
Crowds
moderate

Fall in Chobe (March, April, May) brings average highs of 91°F and lows of 55°F, with about 10 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 72/100, with May being the strongest month of the season at 89/100.

Winter

Score
82/100
High
88°F
Low
44°F
Rain days
0/mo
Crowds
high

Winter in Chobe (June, July, August) brings average highs of 88°F and lows of 44°F, with about 0 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and above average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 82/100, with August being the strongest month of the season at 88/100.

Crowd and cost data estimated from regional travel patterns for this destination.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month to visit Chobe?
The best month to visit Chobe is September, with an overall travel score of 90/100. Expect average highs of 100°F, about 0 rainy days, and high tourist crowds.
Is Chobe expensive in summer?
Summer prices in Chobe are relatively moderate, averaging 113% of the annual rate. The most affordable month is December.
What is the weather like in Chobe in December?
December in Chobe has average highs of 101°F and lows of 65°F, with approximately 31 rainy days and 13.1 hours of daylight. The overall travel score for December is 47/100.
When is the cheapest time to visit Chobe?
The most affordable time to visit Chobe is December, when accommodation prices are at their lowest. Tourist crowds are moderate in December, making it a good option if you prefer fewer tourists. The least favorable month overall is February (score: 45/100).

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