Gaborone experiences a semi-arid climate with hot summers and mild, dry winters typical of southern Africa's interior plateau.

Rain falls almost exclusively between October and April, meaning waterproof gear earns its keep only half the year while the rest demands sun protection.

Summer temperatures regularly exceed 35°C, while winter nights can drop near freezing despite warm afternoons that reach 20-25°C.

The air remains consistently dry with low humidity year-round, though dust and occasional strong winds during late winter make sealed sunglasses worthwhile.

The extreme diurnal temperature swings in winter demand layering strategies that work for both 2°C mornings and 23°C afternoons.