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Sesriem Weather in May

During May, Sesriem experiences high daytime temperatures of 29°C (84°F) and cooler nights around 12°C (54°F). Rainfall is low, averaging just 3.8 mm (0.1 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Sesriem in May

Rain is expected on roughly 2 days, totalling around 3.8 mm (0.1 in) for the month. If rain does fall, it tends to be very light and barely worth getting out an umbrella for.

Temperature in Sesriem in May

The perfect temperature in Sesriem in May makes it a solid month to visit, with 29°C (84°F) during the day and 12°C (54°F) at night. This gives the month a fairly typical daily rhythm, with warmer afternoons and more comfortable nights. With overnight lows of 12°C (54°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.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, June, July and August typically offer the best weather for Sesriem.

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Sesriem Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 12°C (54°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C (84°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 5%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 3.8 mm (0.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 2 days  

Best Places in Namibia in May

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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 Sesriem in May

Warm but pleasant conditions in Sesriem in May. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Dry conditions mean you won't need to worry about rain protection.

What To Do in Sesriem 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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