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August is an excellent month in Maapi

Climate Overview

Maapi, Botswana in August has warm conditions, with highs averaging 26.5°C (80°F). Rain is rare, falling on about 0 days this month. Temperatures drop noticeably between day and night.

This month falls at the end of Winter.

Daily highs in August gradually rise from around 24°C (76°F) at the start to 28°C (82°F) by month's end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 27th, averaging 28.4°C (83°F).

Compared to July, this month is about 4°C warmer with 1 fewer rainy days. Temperatures will rise further into September.

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Monthly August Averages

Temperature
27°C / 11°C
Feels Like
24°C / 9°C
Rain
0 days · 0 mm
Sunshine
10h / day
Humidity
41% — Comfortable
Wind
18 km/h
Wind Direction
NE (51°)
Gusts
37 km/h
Daylight
11.4 h
Cloud Cover
12%
Clear Sky Days
24.1
UV Index
6.5 — High
Dew Point
5°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Crescent · 3%

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Daily Sunshine

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Sun Position
Sunrise 06:37
Daylight 11.3h
Sunset 17:56

What to Expect

Daytime temperatures around 27°C (80°F) are ideal for full-day outdoor exploration.

Rain is uncommon in this month, so most days stay dry from morning through evening.

1 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Good
Temp
30°C / 20°C
Feels Like
32°C / 21°C
Rain
10days (102 mm) Wet
Sun
10.3h Excellent
Humidity
61% Muggy
UV
8.8 Very High
February
Good
Temp
29°C / 20°C
Feels Like
31°C / 21°C
Rain
10days (113 mm) Wet
Sun
9.4h Good
Humidity
65% Muggy
UV
8.4 Very High
March best
Excellent
Temp
29°C / 19°C
Feels Like
30°C / 19°C
Rain
3days (27 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.2h Excellent
Humidity
61% Muggy
UV
8.3 Very High
April best
Excellent
Temp
28°C / 16°C
Feels Like
27°C / 16°C
Rain
3days (13 mm) Excellent
Sun
9.5h Good
Humidity
59% Moderate
UV
6.5 High
May best
Excellent
Temp
25°C / 12°C
Feels Like
23°C / 10°C
Rain
1days (4 mm) Excellent
Sun
9.8h Good
Humidity
55% Moderate
UV
5.7 High
June
Good
Temp
23°C / 9°C
Feels Like
20°C / 6°C
Rain
0days (1 mm) Excellent
Sun
9.4h Good
Humidity
53% Moderate
UV
5.2 High
July
Good
Temp
23°C / 8°C
Feels Like
19°C / 6°C
Rain
1days (2 mm) Excellent
Sun
9.5h Good
Humidity
49% Moderate
UV
5.4 High
August
Excellent
Temp
27°C / 11°C
Feels Like
24°C / 9°C
Rain
0days (0 mm) Excellent
Sun
10h Excellent
Humidity
41% Moderate
UV
6.5 High
September best
Excellent
Temp
30°C / 15°C
Feels Like
29°C / 13°C
Rain
1days (2 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.2h Excellent
Humidity
38% Comfortable
UV
7.8 Very High
October best
Excellent
Temp
32°C / 17°C
Feels Like
31°C / 15°C
Rain
2days (9 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.9h Excellent
Humidity
41% Moderate
UV
8.7 Very High
November
Good
Temp
32°C / 19°C
Feels Like
32°C / 19°C
Rain
8days (46 mm) Wet
Sun
10.3h Excellent
Humidity
51% Moderate
UV
8.7 Very High
December
Good
Temp
31°C / 20°C
Feels Like
32°C / 20°C
Rain
11days (94 mm) Wet
Sun
9.7h Good
Humidity
59% Moderate
UV
8.6 Very High
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 30°C / 20°C 32°C / 21°C 10days (102 mm) Wet 10.3h Excellent 61% Muggy 8.8 Very High Good View Details
February 29°C / 20°C 31°C / 21°C 10days (113 mm) Wet 9.4h Good 65% Muggy 8.4 Very High Good View Details
March best 29°C / 19°C 30°C / 19°C 3days (27 mm) Excellent 10.2h Excellent 61% Muggy 8.3 Very High Excellent View Details
April best 28°C / 16°C 27°C / 16°C 3days (13 mm) Excellent 9.5h Good 59% Moderate 6.5 High Excellent View Details
May best 25°C / 12°C 23°C / 10°C 1days (4 mm) Excellent 9.8h Good 55% Moderate 5.7 High Excellent View Details
June 23°C / 9°C 20°C / 6°C 0days (1 mm) Excellent 9.4h Good 53% Moderate 5.2 High Good View Details
July 23°C / 8°C 19°C / 6°C 1days (2 mm) Excellent 9.5h Good 49% Moderate 5.4 High Good View Details
August 27°C / 11°C 24°C / 9°C 0days (0 mm) Excellent 10h Excellent 41% Moderate 6.5 High Excellent View Details
September best 30°C / 15°C 29°C / 13°C 1days (2 mm) Excellent 10.2h Excellent 38% Comfortable 7.8 Very High Excellent View Details
October best 32°C / 17°C 31°C / 15°C 2days (9 mm) Excellent 10.9h Excellent 41% Moderate 8.7 Very High Excellent View Details
November 32°C / 19°C 32°C / 19°C 8days (46 mm) Wet 10.3h Excellent 51% Moderate 8.7 Very High Good View Details
December 31°C / 20°C 32°C / 20°C 11days (94 mm) Wet 9.7h Good 59% Moderate 8.6 Very High Good View Details

What to Wear

Summer clothing like shorts, t-shirts, and sundresses will be comfortable. Bring a light cardigan for air-conditioned spaces.

Temperatures drop significantly at night, so pack layers you can add or remove throughout the day.

Packing List

Warm evening layerBreathable clothingSunscreen (SPF 30+)Sun hatSunglassesComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

August is typically excellent for visiting Maapi, with average highs of 27°C (80°F) and around 0 rainy days. Maapi, Botswana in August has warm conditions, with highs averaging 26.5°C (80°F). Rain is rare, falling on about 0 days
Maapi typically sees around 0 rainy days in August with 0 mm (0 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Nights in Maapi during August are cool at around 11°C (53°F). Bring a jacket or sweater for evenings.
With highs of 27°C (80°F) and lows of 11°C (53°F) in August, we recommend: Warm evening layer, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
August is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Maapi. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Maapi during August is 7 (high). Wear sunscreen SPF 30+, a hat, and sunglasses. Limit direct sun exposure between 10 AM and 4 PM.
Maapi gets approximately 11 hours of daylight per day in August, with around 10 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Maapi during August based on 10-year climate averages.

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