For those searching for an ideal May holiday with excellent weather, Maun is a perfect choice. Average maximum temperatures are +82°F. Expect about 26 sunny days, making it the perfect place to enjoy the sunshine. It's worth noting that there may be some rainfall, with an average of 2 mm of precipitation over 1 rainy days. So, take your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it looks like amazing weather. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+82°F
Avg. max. temperature
+36°F
Min.
+95°F
Max.
2 mm
Total precipitation
47%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
26 ☀️
Sunny Days
4 ⛅️
Cloudy
1 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Maun has great weather in May.
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Average temperature in Maun in May
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Maun for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in May is +88°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +93°F during the day and a minimum of +50°F at night.
The average maximum temperature goes down 17% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +90°F to +82°F.
Is Maun warm or cold in May?
Maun is typically warm in May.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +86°F to +82°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +63°F to +55°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
May is one of the coolest months in Maun, here is the comparison with other months:
Climate in Maun in May
Maun weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
April
May
June
Avg. temperature
+86°F
+82°F
+79°F
Min. temperature
+45°F
+36°F
+32°F
Max. temperature
+99°F
+95°F
+90°F
Rainfall
19 mm
2 mm
2 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Humidity
54%
47%
47%
Air pressure
1014 HPa
1016 HPa
1019 HPa
Sunny days
18
26
26
Cloudy days
5
4
3
Rainy days
6
1
0
Snowy days
0
0
0
May weather is still as great as in April.It’s getting colder in May. From +86°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +82°F.As May arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 19 mm to 2 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 54% to 47%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 2 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in May, from 18 to 26.
June brings much the same weather, it remains great.
Wind speed in Maun in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 3 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Maun 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 Maun based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in May stands at 3%, leading to total precipitation of around 1 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 1 mm, which is considered light rain.Maun is amazing in May with as little as 1 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Maun wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 52% chance of precipitation and 136 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 0 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last May in Maun?
This is the weather in Maun in May 2024:
1 May
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+90°F
2 May
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+91°F
3 May
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+92°F
4 May
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+89°F
5 May
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+91°F
6 May
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+92°F
7 May
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+92°F
8 May
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+89°F
9 May
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+89°F
10 May
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+87°F
11 May
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+87°F
12 May
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+88°F
13 May
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+89°F
14 May
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+90°F
15 May
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+88°F
16 May
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+86°F
17 May
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+77°F
18 May
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+84°F
19 May
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+87°F
20 May
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+88°F
21 May
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+90°F
22 May
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+90°F
23 May
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+91°F
24 May
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+91°F
25 May
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+92°F
26 May
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+87°F
27 May
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+90°F
28 May
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+87°F
29 May
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+85°F
30 May
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+87°F
31 May
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+82°F
In May 2024 Maun had 29 sunny days, 2 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +88°F, with an absolute maximum of +93°F and a minimum of +77°F. The average humidity was 45%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 15%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 6 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Maun climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Maun in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1981 (+84°F) and the highest in 2024 (+90°F). The driest year was 1992 with only 219 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2017 with 826 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Maun in May:
Is May a good time to visit Maun?
Yes, May is a great time to go to Maun, 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 Maun.
Can you sunbathe in Maun in May?
May is warm in Maun. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Is Maun rainy in May?
Maun is usually dry in May. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Maun in May?
Yes, Maun 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 Maun, 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.
