Visiting Central Kalahari in October is possible, but comes with some trade-offs in weather or sightings.
Weather in Central Kalahari in October
Average highs in October are around 34°C, dropping to about 17°C at night. It is mostly dry this month.
What happens in October
The end of the dry season is very hot and demanding for camping trips.
Experience quality this month is 2 out of 5, and visitor levels are very quiet. The best period overall is March to April.
What to pack
- light cotton clothing, a hat, sunscreen and plenty of water
- binoculars for distant wildlife
Central Kalahari through the year
| Month | Temp (°C) | Rain | Experience | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20–33 | rainy season | ★★★★★ | quiet |
| February | 19–33 | rainy season | ★★★★★ | quiet |
| March | 18–31 | some rain | ★★★★★ | quiet |
| April | 14–30 | mostly dry | ★★★★★ | quiet |
| May | 9–27 | mostly dry | ★★★★★ | quiet |
| June | 6–25 | mostly dry | ★★★★★ | quiet |
| July | 5–24 | mostly dry | ★★★★★ | quiet |
| August | 8–28 | mostly dry | ★★★★★ | quiet |
| September | 13–32 | mostly dry | ★★★★★ | quiet |
| October | 17–34 | mostly dry | ★★★★★ | very quiet |
| November | 19–34 | some rain | ★★★★★ | very quiet |
| December | 20–34 | some rain | ★★★★★ | quiet |
Other good choices in October
- Chobe Botswana
- Etosha Namibia
- Hwange Zimbabwe
- Lower Zambezi Zambia
- Mana Pools Zimbabwe
- Nyerere Tanzania
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Frequently asked questions
Is October a good time to visit Central Kalahari?
Visiting Central Kalahari in October is possible, but comes with some trade-offs in weather or sightings.
What is the weather like in Central Kalahari in October?
Highs around 34°C, mostly dry.
Is Central Kalahari busy in October?
Visitor levels in October are very quiet.
Sources: Botswana Tourism - Central Kalahari Game Reserve · Botswana Tourism - Ghanzi · Climates to Travel (1991-2020 normals) - Ghanzi
Figures are approximate averages and vary from year to year.