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Gaborone weather in May (Botswana)

What does the weather outlook for Gaborone look like in May? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

For May, the weather in Gaborone is generally perfect, featuring high temperatures and low rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 26°C. But by evening, they drop to around 10°C.

Precipitation

Gaborone in May usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 13 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 2 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 288 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

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

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

 

Gaborone, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 10°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 6%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 13 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 2 days  
SunshineSunshine 288 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

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.

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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.

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

Interested in more climate information?

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