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When to go · Maun

Maun in May

Great month. Cooler and dry; start of peak season.

Key facts

Verdict
Great
Temperature
28°C / 11°C
average high / low
Rain days
0
Crowds
Medium
Botswana overall
Prices
Medium
Botswana overall

Verdict

GreatVoykit month rating for Maun

Cooler and dry; start of peak season.

Weather in May

Long-term averages
  • MaunHighs around 28 °C, lows around 11 °C, rain on about 0 days
  • Okavango Delta and Moremi, Botswana · Maun, Delta camps, Khwaibest weather

    The flood from Angola arrives about May and peaks June–August, during the dry season. October is very hot and dry, with game at the water. Green season Dec–Mar brings storms and birds.

Dry, cool season season

Clear skies, comfortable days, water in the Delta and good game viewing.

Watch: Cold mornings on game drives; peak prices and full camps.

Crowds and prices

Crowds · Botswana overall
Medium
Prices · Botswana overall
Medium

Botswana overall: Floodwaters reach the Delta; cool mornings.

What to pack

  • A warm layer for the evenings

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