Gaborone Weather in June

June days outdoors

June is winter in Gaborone, with sunny, dry days and chilly mornings and evenings. The afternoons feel comfortable for walking around the National Museum or browsing craft stalls at Main Mall. Rain is rare, so you're unlikely to lose sightseeing time to showers. After sunset, the temperature drops sharply, so Kgale Hill is better tackled during the warmer part of the day.

If you hate crowds, June is a good time for a quieter city break. Gaborone doesn't have a major nationwide festival or public holiday this month. The Day of the African Child falls on June 16, and local groups may mark it with events.

What to expect

June is part of Botswana's dry winter season, when safari travel is popular. Gaborone itself usually feels calmer than the country's safari areas, though some visitors pass through on their way north. City prices don't follow safari lodge prices exactly, so compare stays rather than assuming June is a bargain. It's generally a quieter choice than busier safari months, but there's no guarantee every hotel will be cheaper.

Travelling with kids? The dry weather makes a stop at the Gaborone Game Reserve easier, though mornings can feel cold.

A local tip

Take a taxi to the Kgale Hill trailhead rather than walking from the city. The climb gives you wide views over Gaborone, but the bare path offers little shelter once the sun is high. Go when the day has warmed up, and save a bowl of seswaa, Botswana's slow-cooked shredded beef, for after your hike. At night, a warm top makes a real difference.