Guide Boteti

Northern Botswana (Chobe National Park, Okavango Delta, Moremi Game Reserve):
Best Time: May to October

Month	Best Time	Average Time	Worst Time
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

Climate: Northern Botswana has a warm, dry climate during the winter months (May to October), which makes it the best time to spot wildlife, as animals gather around water sources. The wet season (November to March) brings rain, making wildlife harder to spot but offering lush scenery and birdwatching opportunities.

Worst Time: January to March is the rainy season, when roads can become difficult to navigate, and wildlife is less concentrated around water sources.

Central Botswana (Makgadikgadi Pans, Nxai Pan, Kalahari Desert):
Best Time: December to March

Month	Best Time	Average Time	Worst Time
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

Climate: Central Botswana experiences hot, dry conditions most of the year, but the rainy season (December to March) transforms the Makgadikgadi Pans into a wildlife-rich wetland, attracting migrating animals and birds. The green season is excellent for witnessing large zebra and wildebeest migrations.

Worst Time: June to September, when the area becomes arid and animals migrate away, making wildlife viewing less rewarding.

Southern Botswana (Gaborone, Tuli Block):
Best Time: May to September

Month	Best Time	Average Time	Worst Time
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

Climate: The cooler dry season from May to September is the best time to visit southern Botswana, particularly for outdoor activities like hiking and game drives in the Tuli Block. The hot and wet season (December to March) is less ideal due to heavy rains.

Worst Time: January to March, when heavy rains make some areas inaccessible and wildlife viewing becomes challenging.

Key:

 Green: Best time to visit.
 Orange: Average time to visit, with decent weather but some drawbacks.
 Red: Worst time to visit, due to extreme weather conditions like heavy rain or heat.

These tables should help you plan your visit to Botswana, ensuring you enjoy the best weather for your desired activities.