Central Kalahari in August

Visiting Central Kalahari in August is possible, but comes with some trade-offs in weather or sightings.

Weather in Central Kalahari in August

Average highs in August are around 28°C, dropping to about 8°C at night. It is mostly dry this month.

What happens in August

Winter is dry with cold nights that can approach freezing, and wildlife is more dispersed.

Experience quality this month is 2 out of 5, and visitor levels are quiet. The best period overall is March to April.

What to pack

• a warm jacket for early mornings and evenings
• neutral-coloured layers
• binoculars for distant wildlife

Central Kalahari through the year

Other good choices in August

• Akagera Rwanda
• Etosha Namibia
• Hwange Zimbabwe
• Kruger South Africa
• Lower Zambezi Zambia
• Madikwe South Africa

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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.