Gaborone in May

Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.

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Gaborone weather in May

Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies. Average highs of 24°C and lows of 10°C, with around 1 rainy day expected throughout the month.

✦ This is a recommended month to visit Gaborone. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.

Average high
24°C
Average low
10°C
Rainy days
1 days
Best months to visit
April, May, June, July, August, September

What to do in Gaborone in May

Whatever the weather, Gaborone rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:

Birdwatch around Gaborone Dam and nature reserve Browse craft and curio markets for Botswana souvenirs Use the city as a gateway to the Okavango Delta and Chobe Visit the National Museum for Tswana history and culture Sample regional cuisine in local restaurants Take a day trip into the edges of the Kalahari

What to pack for May

Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.

Browse other months

January
31C
Hot and humid, with occasional showers.
February
30C
Hot and humid, with occasional showers.
March
29C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
Recommended
April
27C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
May (you are here)
24C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
June
22C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
July
22C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
August
26C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
September
30C
Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.
October
32C
Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.
November
32C
Hot and humid, with occasional showers.
December
32C
Hot and humid, with occasional showers.

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