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Otavi Weather in May

May in Otavi brings high temperatures, with daytime highs of 28°C (82°F) and nights around 13°C (55°F). Only 1 mm (0.04 in) of rainfall is typical, making it a largely dry month.

Rainfall in Otavi in May

Past climate data indicates that roughly 2 days will see rain, totalling around 1 mm (0.04 in) for the month. If rain does fall, it tends to be very light and barely worth getting out an umbrella for.

Temperature in Otavi in May

Otavi in May has perfect weather. Days reach 28°C (82°F) and nights cool to 13°C (55°F). Conditions stay fairly consistent through the month, making it easier to plan what to wear. With overnight lows of 13°C (55°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.

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Otavi Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 13°C (55°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C (82°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 6%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 1 mm (0.04 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 2 days  

Historical weather for Otavi in May

Browse day-by-day weather records for Otavi spanning 23 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Otavi historical weather extremes in May

Based on weather observations in Otavi between 2006 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during May.

  • The warmest day in May was on May 9, 2024, with a maximum of 32°C (90°F).
  • Otavi experienced its chilliest May day on May 21, 2006, reaching only 16°C (61°F).
  • The lowest overnight temperature recorded in May was 3°C (37°F) (May 22, 2006).

Best Places in Namibia in May

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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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Otavi in May

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in May. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear.

What To Do in Otavi in May

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

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