May · Botswana
Best time to visit Okavango Delta in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Okavango Delta in May
Average temperature 22°C, 1 mm of rain, about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 35% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
9.5/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 22°C
- Rainfall
- 1 mm
- Humidity
- 35%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 23
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
May in Okavango Delta scores 9.5/10 for nature and wildlife travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 22°C, 1 mm of rain, and roughly 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
The Okavango Delta spreads a maze of channels and islands where the river ends in the Kalahari sand.
May in Okavango Delta — the year's strongest window
Trail conditions at 22°C (71°F) favour early starts and shaded routes in May; midday is for water breaks, not for exposed climbs.
At just 1 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.1 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Okavango Delta at 9.5/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, footwear you can get muddy.
Budget for peak pricing, and crowds are moderate. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Okavango Delta in May?
- In May, Okavango Delta averages 22°C, 1 mm of rain, and about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.5/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Okavango Delta?
- May earns a 9.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Okavango Delta in May?
- Expect about 1 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 35% and there are about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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