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Gaborone in February: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Gaborone in February and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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February

Weather in Gaborone in February 2026

Good Weather
Hot
🌧️
Rainy
Weather for Gaborone in February is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +88°F during the day, and approximately 7 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 12 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in February around 83 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+88°F
Avg. max. temperature
+57°F
Min.
+104°F
Max.
83 mm
Total precipitation
61%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
7 ☀️
Sunny Days
4 ⛅️
Cloudy
12 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Gaborone has good weather in February.

Average temperature in Gaborone in February

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Gaborone for February based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in February is +84°F with a maximum of +91°F and a minimum of +61°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 18% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +82°F to +88°F.

Is Gaborone warm or cold in February?

Gaborone is typically hot in February.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +90°F to +88°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +70°F to +70°F.

Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.

Take a look at how February is compared to other months in Gaborone:

Climate in Gaborone in February

Gaborone weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
JanuaryFebruaryMarch
Avg. temperature
+90°F+88°F+86°F
Min. temperature
+57°F+57°F+52°F
Max. temperature
+109°F+104°F+104°F
Rainfall
88 mm83 mm55 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
60%61%62%
Air pressure
1011 HPa1011 HPa1013 HPa
Sunny days
6711
Cloudy days
544
Rainy days
141212
Snowy days
000

February weather is still as good as in January. It’s getting colder in February. From +90°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +88°F. As February arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 88 mm to 83 mm. Humidity rises from 60% to 61%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during February, staying around 2 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in February, from 6 to 7.

March brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Gaborone in February based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 3 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Gaborone is gradually decreasing during February, going from 2 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during February in Gaborone based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in February is about 122 mm, with a 64% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 21 mm, which is considered light rain. February is a pretty wet month with over 18 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
February is one of the rainiest months in Gaborone, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Gaborone wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 45% chance of precipitation and 88 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 2 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last February in Gaborone?

This is the weather in Gaborone in February 2025:
1 February
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+82°F
2 February
🌧️
+86°F
3 February
🌧️
+84°F
4 February
🌧️
+86°F
5 February
☀️
+85°F
6 February
☀️
+90°F
7 February
☀️
+90°F
8 February
☁️
+76°F
9 February
🌧️
+81°F
10 February
☁️
+83°F
11 February
☁️
+88°F
12 February
☀️
+88°F
13 February
☁️
+86°F
14 February
🌧️
+82°F
15 February
☁️
+82°F
16 February
🌧️
+78°F
17 February
🌧️
+79°F
18 February
🌧️
+84°F
19 February
☀️
+84°F
20 February
☁️
+85°F
21 February
☀️
+88°F
22 February
☀️
+83°F
23 February
☀️
+83°F
24 February
☀️
+89°F
25 February
☀️
+92°F
26 February
☀️
+90°F
27 February
☀️
+88°F
28 February
☀️
+87°F
In February 2025 Gaborone had 13 sunny days, 6 cloudy days, and 9 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +84°F, with an absolute maximum of +91°F and a minimum of +77°F. The average humidity was 75%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 25%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Gaborone climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Gaborone in February has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1981 (+79°F) and the highest in 2015 (+87°F). The driest year was 2015 with only 217 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2000 with 865 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Gaborone in February:

Is February a good time to visit Gaborone?

February is a really good time to go to Gaborone. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Gaborone.

Can you sunbathe in Gaborone in February?

Absolutely, February is hot in Gaborone. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.

Is Gaborone rainy in February?

Gaborone is often rainy in February. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Gaborone in February?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Gaborone in February, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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Monthly weather in Gaborone

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Gaborone, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.