Botswana

Botswana Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Botswana in May.

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Gaborone Kasane Francistown Maun

Planning a getaway to Botswana this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Botswana in May

May in Botswana generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 25°C (77°F) in Kanye to 30°C (86°F) in Masarwa. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 13°C (55°F) in Masarwa and 10°C (50°F) in Kanye.

For specific regional insights in Botswana, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Kasane with an average of 1.9 mm (0.1 in) to low rainfall in Kanye with 15 mm (0.6 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Gaborone enjoys approximately 288 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Botswana in May

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Botswana

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Botswana?

Temperature range in Botswana (May)

Precipitation variation in Botswana (May)

Gaborone

In May Gaborone generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
26°C (79°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
246 hours
288 hours
283 hours
Monthly rainfall
30 mm (1.2 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
9.1 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Gaborone →

Francistown

In May Francistown generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
14 mm (0.6 in)
5.2 mm (0.2 in)
4.5 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Francistown →

Maun

In May Maun generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
30°C (86°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
282 hours
310 hours
300 hours
Monthly rainfall
19 mm (0.7 in)
2.7 mm (0.1 in)
2.8 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Maun →

Mahalapye

In May Mahalapye generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
24 mm (0.9 in)
7.5 mm (0.3 in)
7.1 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Mahalapye →

Masarwa

In May Masarwa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
30°C (86°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
23 mm (0.9 in)
2.4 mm (0.1 in)
2.2 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Masarwa →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Botswana in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Gaborone 26°C (79°F) 10°C (50°F) 13 mm (0.5 in)
Kasane 29°C (84°F) 14°C (57°F) 1.9 mm (0.1 in)
Francistown 27°C (81°F) 12°C (54°F) 5.2 mm (0.2 in)
Maun 30°C (86°F) 13°C (55°F) 2.7 mm (0.1 in)
Kang 27°C (81°F) 10°C (50°F) 6.4 mm (0.3 in)
Ghanzi 28°C (82°F) 11°C (52°F) 2.6 mm (0.1 in)

Botswana weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Botswana in May?

Botswana typically experiences perfect weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Gaborone average around 26°C (79°F), and temperatures drop to about 10°C (50°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Botswana in May?

In Gaborone, the average daytime high in May is 26°C (79°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 10°C (50°F).

Does Botswana get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in Botswana. Gaborone averages only about 13 mm (0.5 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Botswana?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Botswana with overall perfect weather in Gaborone.

On average, the best time to visit Botswana is in April, May, June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Gaborone. In contrast, January, February, March, October, November and December tend to have tolerable weather conditions.

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