Monthly climate averages for Mathathane, Botswana. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
BSh Hot Semi-Arid
Climate OverviewMathathane, Botswana in May has warm conditions, with highs averaging 26.3°C (79°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 27°C (81°F) at the start to 25°C (77°F) by month's end.
Rainfall is heaviest during the middle of the month, while the first third tends to be drier.
The warmest days tend to fall around the 7th, averaging 27.8°C (82°F).
Compared to April, this month is about 2°C cooler with 2 fewer rainy days. Temperatures begin dropping heading into June.
Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)
Daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°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.
| Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°C / 21°C | 33°C / 22°C | 10days (98 mm) Wet | 10.1h Excellent | 59% Moderate | 8.7 Very High | Good | View Details |
| February | 31°C / 21°C | 33°C / 23°C | 10days (121 mm) Wet | 9.6h Good | 64% Muggy | 8.4 Very High | Good | View Details |
| March | 30°C / 20°C | 32°C / 21°C | 3days (25 mm) Excellent | 10.2h Excellent | 60% Moderate | 8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| April best | 29°C / 18°C | 29°C / 18°C | 3days (13 mm) Excellent | 9.3h Good | 58% Moderate | 6.5 High | Excellent | View Details |
| May best | 26°C / 14°C | 25°C / 13°C | 1days (4 mm) Excellent | 9.5h Good | 56% Moderate | 5.6 High | Excellent | View Details |
| June best | 24°C / 11°C | 22°C / 9°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 9.3h Good | 54% Moderate | 5.1 High | Excellent | View Details |
| July | 24°C / 10°C | 21°C / 8°C | 1days (2 mm) Excellent | 9.1h Good | 50% Moderate | 5.4 High | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 28°C / 13°C | 25°C / 11°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 9.6h Good | 44% Moderate | 6.4 High | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 31°C / 16°C | 29°C / 15°C | 1days (3 mm) Excellent | 10h Excellent | 41% Moderate | 7.4 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| October | 32°C / 19°C | 31°C / 17°C | 2days (10 mm) Excellent | 10.1h Excellent | 43% Moderate | 8.4 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| November | 32°C / 20°C | 33°C / 20°C | 7days (43 mm) Good | 9.8h Good | 51% Moderate | 8.4 Very High | Good | View Details |
| December | 32°C / 21°C | 33°C / 22°C | 10days (98 mm) Wet | 9.4h Good | 59% Moderate | 8.6 Very High | Good | View Details |
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.
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