Central Kalahari in December

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

Weather in Central Kalahari in December

Average highs in December are around 34°C, dropping to about 20°C at night. Expect occasional showers on some days.

What happens in December

After the rains, fossil valleys such as Deception Valley turn green and draw springbok and oryx, followed by predators.

Experience quality this month is 3 out of 5, and visitor levels are 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

Other good choices in December

• Bwindi Uganda
• Volcanoes Rwanda
• Akagera Rwanda
• Amboseli Kenya
• Lake Manyara Tanzania
• Lake Nakuru Kenya

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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.