UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Gaborone, Botswana 
will be up to 5.3, indicating a moderate level of sun exposure for the average person. Check our tips for today to make sure you're safe in the sun.
Last checked: 2025-06-01
With a UV index reaching up to 5.3 in Gaborone, stay shaded during midday when the sun is strongest; wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, UV-blocking sunglasses; apply SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days; and be cautious of heightened UV on bright surfaces.
The UV index in Gaborone is generally high, especially during the summer months, often reaching levels above 10, which indicates very strong ultraviolet radiation from the sun. In winter, the UV index drops but remains moderate.
Gaborone experiences hot summers from November to March with temperatures often above 30°C. Winters from June to August are cooler and dry, with temperatures sometimes dropping to around 5°C at night. Rain mainly falls in summer.
Compared to neighboring countries like South Africa and Zimbabwe, Gaborone is hotter and drier. Its climate is more arid than coastal regions, with fewer rainy days and higher temperatures than cities closer to the Atlantic Ocean or Indian Ocean.
See the UV index hour by hour for Gaborone, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.