Chobe weather in May (Botswana)

What weather conditions can you expect in Chobe this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

The weather in Chobe is usually perfect in May, characterized by high temperatures and almost no rainfall. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 30°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 14°C. These temperatures represent the average, but hotter days can occur. Be prepared with light clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Chobe in May usually receives almost no rainfall, averaging around 1.9 mm for the month. On average, there are about 0 days with rain during this month.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. April, May, June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January and October tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Chobe climate page with graphs.

 

Chobe, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 14°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 1%  

Precipitation 1.9 mm  

Rainy days 0 days  

Where to go in Botswana in May

Find out more about the weather in Botswana and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

Interested in more climate information?

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