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May is an excellent month in Mogapi

Climate Overview

Mogapi, Botswana in May has warm conditions, with highs averaging 24.8°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 (78°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 6th, averaging 26.2°C (79°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 / 11°C
Rain
1 days · 3 mm
Sunshine
9.7h / day
Humidity
56% — Moderate
Wind
15 km/h
Wind Direction
ENE (73°)
Gusts
31 km/h
Daylight
11 h
Cloud Cover
15%
Clear Sky Days
21.8
UV Index
5.7 — High
Dew Point
10°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 06:35
Daylight 11.1h
Sunset 17:38

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
31°C / 20°C
Rain
11days (103 mm) Wet
Sun
10.2h Excellent
Humidity
62% Muggy
UV
8.7 Very High
February
Good
Temp
29°C / 20°C
Feels Like
31°C / 21°C
Rain
11days (118 mm) Wet
Sun
9.5h Good
Humidity
66% Muggy
UV
8.4 Very High
March
Excellent
Temp
29°C / 19°C
Feels Like
30°C / 19°C
Rain
4days (32 mm) Good
Sun
10.1h Excellent
Humidity
62% Muggy
UV
8.1 Very High
April best
Excellent
Temp
27°C / 16°C
Feels Like
27°C / 16°C
Rain
3days (13 mm) Excellent
Sun
9.3h Good
Humidity
60% Moderate
UV
6.6 High
May best
Excellent
Temp
25°C / 12°C
Feels Like
23°C / 11°C
Rain
1days (3 mm) Excellent
Sun
9.7h Good
Humidity
56% Moderate
UV
5.7 High
June
Good
Temp
22°C / 9°C
Feels Like
20°C / 7°C
Rain
0days (1 mm) Excellent
Sun
9.2h Good
Humidity
54% Moderate
UV
5.2 High
July
Good
Temp
22°C / 9°C
Feels Like
19°C / 6°C
Rain
1days (2 mm) Excellent
Sun
9.3h Good
Humidity
50% Moderate
UV
5.4 High
August best
Excellent
Temp
26°C / 12°C
Feels Like
24°C / 9°C
Rain
0days (1 mm) Excellent
Sun
9.9h Good
Humidity
43% Moderate
UV
6.5 High
September best
Excellent
Temp
30°C / 15°C
Feels Like
28°C / 13°C
Rain
1days (2 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.1h Excellent
Humidity
39% Comfortable
UV
7.5 Very High
October best
Excellent
Temp
31°C / 17°C
Feels Like
30°C / 15°C
Rain
2days (8 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.6h Excellent
Humidity
42% Moderate
UV
8.6 Very High
November
Good
Temp
31°C / 19°C
Feels Like
32°C / 18°C
Rain
7days (49 mm) Good
Sun
10.2h Excellent
Humidity
52% Moderate
UV
8.4 Very High
December
Good
Temp
30°C / 20°C
Feels Like
32°C / 20°C
Rain
11days (109 mm) Wet
Sun
9.6h Good
Humidity
61% Muggy
UV
8.4 Very High
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 30°C / 20°C 31°C / 20°C 11days (103 mm) Wet 10.2h Excellent 62% Muggy 8.7 Very High Good View Details
February 29°C / 20°C 31°C / 21°C 11days (118 mm) Wet 9.5h Good 66% Muggy 8.4 Very High Good View Details
March 29°C / 19°C 30°C / 19°C 4days (32 mm) Good 10.1h Excellent 62% Muggy 8.1 Very High Excellent View Details
April best 27°C / 16°C 27°C / 16°C 3days (13 mm) Excellent 9.3h Good 60% Moderate 6.6 High Excellent View Details
May best 25°C / 12°C 23°C / 11°C 1days (3 mm) Excellent 9.7h Good 56% Moderate 5.7 High Excellent View Details
June 22°C / 9°C 20°C / 7°C 0days (1 mm) Excellent 9.2h Good 54% Moderate 5.2 High Good View Details
July 22°C / 9°C 19°C / 6°C 1days (2 mm) Excellent 9.3h Good 50% Moderate 5.4 High Good View Details
August best 26°C / 12°C 24°C / 9°C 0days (1 mm) Excellent 9.9h Good 43% Moderate 6.5 High Excellent View Details
September best 30°C / 15°C 28°C / 13°C 1days (2 mm) Excellent 10.1h Excellent 39% Comfortable 7.5 Very High Excellent View Details
October best 31°C / 17°C 30°C / 15°C 2days (8 mm) Excellent 10.6h Excellent 42% Moderate 8.6 Very High Excellent View Details
November 31°C / 19°C 32°C / 18°C 7days (49 mm) Good 10.2h Excellent 52% Moderate 8.4 Very High Good View Details
December 30°C / 20°C 32°C / 20°C 11days (109 mm) Wet 9.6h Good 61% Muggy 8.4 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 Mogapi, with average highs of 25°C (77°F) and around 1 rainy days. Mogapi, Botswana in May has warm conditions, with highs averaging 24.8°C (77°F). Rain is rare, falling on about 1 days t
Mogapi typically sees around 1 rainy days in May with 3 mm (0.1 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Nights in Mogapi during May are cool at around 12°C (54°F). Bring a jacket or sweater for evenings.
With highs of 25°C (77°F) and lows of 12°C (54°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 Mogapi with comfortable temperatures and lower chances of rain.
The average UV index in Mogapi during May is 6 (high). Wear sunscreen SPF 30+, a hat, and sunglasses. Limit direct sun exposure between 10 AM and 4 PM.
Mogapi gets approximately 11 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 10 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Mogapi during May based on 10-year climate averages.

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