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May is an excellent month in Maapi

Climate Overview

Maapi, Botswana in May has warm conditions, with highs averaging 25°C (77°F). Rain is rare, falling on about 1 days this month. Temperatures drop noticeably between day and night.

This month falls at the end of Autumn.

Daily highs in May gradually drop from around 26°C (79°F) at the start to 24°C (75°F) by month's end.

Rainfall is heaviest during the middle of the month, while the last third tends to be drier.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 5th, averaging 26.4°C (80°F).

Compared to April, this month is about 2°C cooler with 2 fewer rainy days. Temperatures begin dropping heading into June.

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Monthly May Averages

Temperature
25°C / 12°C
Feels Like
23°C / 10°C
Rain
1 days · 4 mm
Sunshine
9.8h / day
Humidity
55% — Moderate
Wind
14 km/h
Wind Direction
ENE (61°)
Gusts
31 km/h
Daylight
11 h
Cloud Cover
15%
Clear Sky Days
21.3
UV Index
5.7 — High
Dew Point
9°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous · 66%

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Sun Position
Sunrise 06:37
Daylight 11h
Sunset 17:39

What to Expect

Daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) are ideal for full-day outdoor exploration.

Rain is uncommon in this month, so most days stay dry from morning through evening.

2 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Good
Temp
30°C / 20°C
Feels Like
32°C / 21°C
Rain
10days (102 mm) Wet
Sun
10.3h Excellent
Humidity
61% Muggy
UV
8.8 Very High
February
Good
Temp
29°C / 20°C
Feels Like
31°C / 21°C
Rain
10days (113 mm) Wet
Sun
9.4h Good
Humidity
65% Muggy
UV
8.4 Very High
March best
Excellent
Temp
29°C / 19°C
Feels Like
30°C / 19°C
Rain
3days (27 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.2h Excellent
Humidity
61% Muggy
UV
8.3 Very High
April best
Excellent
Temp
28°C / 16°C
Feels Like
27°C / 16°C
Rain
3days (13 mm) Excellent
Sun
9.5h Good
Humidity
59% Moderate
UV
6.5 High
May best
Excellent
Temp
25°C / 12°C
Feels Like
23°C / 10°C
Rain
1days (4 mm) Excellent
Sun
9.8h Good
Humidity
55% Moderate
UV
5.7 High
June
Good
Temp
23°C / 9°C
Feels Like
20°C / 6°C
Rain
0days (1 mm) Excellent
Sun
9.4h Good
Humidity
53% Moderate
UV
5.2 High
July
Good
Temp
23°C / 8°C
Feels Like
19°C / 6°C
Rain
1days (2 mm) Excellent
Sun
9.5h Good
Humidity
49% Moderate
UV
5.4 High
August
Excellent
Temp
27°C / 11°C
Feels Like
24°C / 9°C
Rain
0days (0 mm) Excellent
Sun
10h Excellent
Humidity
41% Moderate
UV
6.5 High
September best
Excellent
Temp
30°C / 15°C
Feels Like
29°C / 13°C
Rain
1days (2 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.2h Excellent
Humidity
38% Comfortable
UV
7.8 Very High
October best
Excellent
Temp
32°C / 17°C
Feels Like
31°C / 15°C
Rain
2days (9 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.9h Excellent
Humidity
41% Moderate
UV
8.7 Very High
November
Good
Temp
32°C / 19°C
Feels Like
32°C / 19°C
Rain
8days (46 mm) Wet
Sun
10.3h Excellent
Humidity
51% Moderate
UV
8.7 Very High
December
Good
Temp
31°C / 20°C
Feels Like
32°C / 20°C
Rain
11days (94 mm) Wet
Sun
9.7h Good
Humidity
59% Moderate
UV
8.6 Very High
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 30°C / 20°C 32°C / 21°C 10days (102 mm) Wet 10.3h Excellent 61% Muggy 8.8 Very High Good View Details
February 29°C / 20°C 31°C / 21°C 10days (113 mm) Wet 9.4h Good 65% Muggy 8.4 Very High Good View Details
March best 29°C / 19°C 30°C / 19°C 3days (27 mm) Excellent 10.2h Excellent 61% Muggy 8.3 Very High Excellent View Details
April best 28°C / 16°C 27°C / 16°C 3days (13 mm) Excellent 9.5h Good 59% Moderate 6.5 High Excellent View Details
May best 25°C / 12°C 23°C / 10°C 1days (4 mm) Excellent 9.8h Good 55% Moderate 5.7 High Excellent View Details
June 23°C / 9°C 20°C / 6°C 0days (1 mm) Excellent 9.4h Good 53% Moderate 5.2 High Good View Details
July 23°C / 8°C 19°C / 6°C 1days (2 mm) Excellent 9.5h Good 49% Moderate 5.4 High Good View Details
August 27°C / 11°C 24°C / 9°C 0days (0 mm) Excellent 10h Excellent 41% Moderate 6.5 High Excellent View Details
September best 30°C / 15°C 29°C / 13°C 1days (2 mm) Excellent 10.2h Excellent 38% Comfortable 7.8 Very High Excellent View Details
October best 32°C / 17°C 31°C / 15°C 2days (9 mm) Excellent 10.9h Excellent 41% Moderate 8.7 Very High Excellent View Details
November 32°C / 19°C 32°C / 19°C 8days (46 mm) Wet 10.3h Excellent 51% Moderate 8.7 Very High Good View Details
December 31°C / 20°C 32°C / 20°C 11days (94 mm) Wet 9.7h Good 59% Moderate 8.6 Very High Good View Details

What to Wear

Summer clothing like shorts, t-shirts, and sundresses will be comfortable. Bring a light cardigan for air-conditioned spaces.

Temperatures drop significantly at night, so pack layers you can add or remove throughout the day.

Packing List

Warm evening layerBreathable clothingSunscreen (SPF 30+)Sun hatSunglassesComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

May is typically excellent for visiting Maapi, with average highs of 25°C (77°F) and around 1 rainy days. Maapi, Botswana in May has warm conditions, with highs averaging 25°C (77°F). Rain is rare, falling on about 1 days this
Maapi typically sees around 1 rainy days in May with 4 mm (0.2 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Nights in Maapi during May are cool at around 12°C (53°F). Bring a jacket or sweater for evenings.
With highs of 25°C (77°F) and lows of 12°C (53°F) in May, we recommend: Warm evening layer, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
Yes, May offers some of the best weather conditions in Maapi with comfortable temperatures and lower chances of rain.
The average UV index in Maapi during May is 6 (high). Wear sunscreen SPF 30+, a hat, and sunglasses. Limit direct sun exposure between 10 AM and 4 PM.
Maapi gets approximately 11 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 10 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Maapi during May based on 10-year climate averages.

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