May is an ideal time to visit Gaborone if you're seeking a destination with brilliant weather. Anticipate average maximum temperatures of +77°F and about 23 sunny days, ensuring you'll have ample opportunities to soak up the sunshine. It's worth noting, though, that there may be some rainfall, with approximately 11 mm of precipitation over an average of 3 rainy days. So, prepare your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it's most likely going to be amazing weather. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
☀️
+77°F
Avg. max. temperature
+32°F
Min.
+91°F
Max.
11 mm
Total precipitation
57%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
23 ☀️
Sunny Days
4 ⛅️
Cloudy
3 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Gaborone has great weather in May.
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Average temperature in Gaborone in May
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Gaborone for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +88°F during the day to a minimum of +41°F during the night, the temperature in May averages around +79°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 23% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +82°F to +72°F.
Is Gaborone warm or cold in May?
Gaborone is typically warm in May.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +81°F to +77°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +59°F to +50°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
May is one of the coolest months in Gaborone, here is the comparison with other months:
Climate in Gaborone in May
Gaborone weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
April
May
June
Avg. temperature
+81°F
+77°F
+72°F
Min. temperature
+45°F
+32°F
+27°F
Max. temperature
+97°F
+91°F
+86°F
Rainfall
32 mm
11 mm
8 mm
Wind
1 m/s
1 m/s
1 m/s
Humidity
62%
57%
56%
Air pressure
1016 HPa
1019 HPa
1022 HPa
Sunny days
15
23
25
Cloudy days
5
4
3
Rainy days
8
3
2
Snowy days
0
0
0
May weather is still as great as in April.It’s getting colder in May. From +81°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +77°F.As May arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 32 mm to 11 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 62% to 57%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 1 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in May, from 15 to 23.
June brings much the same weather, it remains great.
Wind speed in Gaborone in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Gaborone is gradually decreasing during May, going from 3 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Gaborone based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 26% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 18 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 11 mm, which is considered light rain.On average, there are about 8 rainy days during May, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Gaborone wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 45% chance of precipitation and 88 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 2 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last May in Gaborone?
This is the weather in Gaborone in May 2024:
1 May
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+82°F
2 May
☀️
+87°F
3 May
☀️
+88°F
4 May
☀️
+84°F
5 May
☀️
+85°F
6 May
☀️
+86°F
7 May
☁️
+80°F
8 May
🌧️
+75°F
9 May
☀️
+77°F
10 May
☀️
+78°F
11 May
☀️
+81°F
12 May
☀️
+84°F
13 May
☀️
+86°F
14 May
☁️
+79°F
15 May
☁️
+77°F
16 May
☀️
+74°F
17 May
☁️
+72°F
18 May
☀️
+79°F
19 May
☀️
+76°F
20 May
☀️
+75°F
21 May
☀️
+80°F
22 May
☀️
+79°F
23 May
☀️
+77°F
24 May
☀️
+81°F
25 May
☀️
+88°F
26 May
☀️
+77°F
27 May
☀️
+78°F
28 May
☀️
+77°F
29 May
☀️
+80°F
30 May
☀️
+75°F
31 May
☀️
+72°F
In May 2024 Gaborone had 26 sunny days, 4 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +79°F, with an absolute maximum of +88°F and a minimum of +72°F. The average humidity was 61%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 13%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Gaborone climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Gaborone in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1981 (+79°F) and the highest in 2015 (+87°F). The driest year was 2015 with only 217 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2000 with 865 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Gaborone in May:
Is May a good time to visit Gaborone?
Yes, May is a great time to go to Gaborone, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a good time to visit Gaborone.
Can you sunbathe in Gaborone in May?
May is warm in Gaborone. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Is Gaborone rainy in May?
Gaborone is usually dry in May. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Gaborone in May?
Yes, Gaborone is sunny in May. Prepare for lots of rays. Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses and sunscreen, and maybe pick up a wide-brimmed hat when you arrive.
Other cities in Botswana
Check out the weather for other cities in Botswana.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Gaborone, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
