Otavi weather in May (Namibia)

Looking to travel to Otavi in May? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In Otavi the weather in May is generally perfect, with high temperatures and almost no rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 28°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 13°C.

Otavi in May usually receives almost no rainfall, averaging around 1 mm for the month. Typically around 2 days of rainfall is expected.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a prime time to visit Otavi. April, May, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Otavi, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 13°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 6%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 1 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 2 days  

Where to go in Namibia in May

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

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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 Otavi in May?

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 in May.

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

Interested in more climate information?

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