Temperatures in May
It's warm in May in Botswana with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 25°C to a high of 28°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 8°C and 13°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Botswana in May. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Botswana with hot temperatures, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights close to 13°C. You won’t see any precipitation in the first days of the month, it’s all sunny skies.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature drops to around 27°C, with nights close to 11°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Botswana will be around 27°C, with nights close to 9°C. No precipitation expected, with plenty of sunshine on the horizon.
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Precipitation in May
According to weather history, there is only 2,1 mm of precipitation in May. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
The average chance of precipitation is only 3% in May.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in May for Botswana. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Botswana in May |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
27°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
28°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
25°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
2,1 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
1 day | 8 days | |
April
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Botswana?
Want nice weather? Then May is a great time to be in Botswana. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and little chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Botswana in May
With 32°C, Botswana hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2015. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 16°C in 2022. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -1°C to a high of 19°C.
Check out the climate of Botswana for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate of Botswana is based on weather data from Gaborone. Other locations might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Botswana for a full picture of the climate.
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Daily Temperature in May in Botswana
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Botswana, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Botswana
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Botswana, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 1 day of rain in Botswana.
Daily UV Index in May in Botswana
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Botswana, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Botswana Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Botswana, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Botswana Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Botswana, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in May for Botswana
Click on a specific day in May for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Botswana. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Botswana by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Botswana. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
