October weather forecast
Botswana

October in Botswana is characterized by significant warming as the country moves from spring into summer, marking the start of the rainy season. This month sees the highest average temperatures of the year, with daily averages ranging from 19°C (66.2°F) to 34°C (93.2°F). As the month progresses, conditions can become intensely hot, particularly in the western and northern regions of the country.

In Gaborone, the average high temperature in October rises sharply to 33°C (91.4°F), while nighttime temperatures increase to about 16°C (60.8°F). In Maun, daytime temperatures can peak at an average of 35°C (95°F), with nighttime lows averaging 17°C (62.6°F).

In terms of precipitation, October brings a marked increase compared to previous months, with the country receiving an average of about 30mm (1.18") of rainfall. This rainfall often takes the form of intense but brief thunderstorms, primarily occurring in the late afternoon or evening. These rains provide the much-needed relief from the intense heat and begin to transform the dry landscapes into vibrant greenery.

As the country transitions from October into November, the weather continues to heat up, and the rainy season takes hold. Despite the high temperatures, the onset of the rains and the resurgence of the landscapes make October an exciting time for wildlife viewing, particularly for bird enthusiasts as migratory species begin to arrive.

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• Gaborone - October »
  On the first day of October in Gaborone sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:15. In Gaborone in October, it is raining for 4 days, with typically 13mm (0.51") of accumulated precipitation.
• Francistown - October »
  October is the warmest month in Francistown, with an average high-temperature of 32.6°C (90.7°F) and an average low-temperature of 19.2°C (66.6°F). In Francistown, Botswana, in October, during 3.6 rainfall days, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Molepolole - October »
  In Molepolole, in October, during 5.5 rainfall days, 11mm (0.43") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Molepolole, during October, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 11mm (0.43") of precipitation.
• Maun - October »
  October is the month when Maun experiences its warmest temperatures, averaging a high of 36.7°C (98.1°F) and a low of 20.9°C (69.6°F). The month of October, characterized by an average high of 36.7°C (98.1°F) and a low of 20.9°C (69.6°F), is recognized as the warmest in Maun, Botswana.
• Serowe - October »
  October stands out as Serowe's warmest month, with an average high-temperature of 31.4°C (88.5°F) and a low-temperature of 18.3°C (64.9°F). In Serowe during October, the rain falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 17mm (0.67") of precipitation.
• Kanye - October »
  In Kanye, during October, the rain falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 16mm (0.63") of precipitation. On the first day of October in Kanye, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:18.
• Mahalapye - October »
  In Mahalapye October records the highest average temperatures, peaking at 31.4°C (88.5°F) and reaching a low of 18.3°C (64.9°F). With an average of 11.8h of sunshine, October has the most sunshine of the year in Mahalapye, Botswana.
• Mochudi - October »
  October proves to be the warmest month in Mochudi, recording an average peak temperature of 31.7°C (89.1°F) and a minimum temperature of 18.3°C (64.9°F). In Mochudi in October, it is raining for 5.7 days, with typically 14mm (0.55") of accumulated precipitation.
• Ramotswa - October »
  In Ramotswa during October, the rain falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 16mm (0.63") of precipitation. On the last day of October, in Ramotswa sunrise is at 05:29 and sunset at 18:31 CAT.
• Thamaga - October »
  Thamaga's October weather, marked by an average high temperature of 31.3°C (88.3°F) and an average low temperature of 17.9°C (64.2°F), is the warmest in the year. In Thamaga, Botswana, in October, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 11mm (0.43") of accumulated precipitation.