Maun in May
Great time to visit
May kicks off peak season with exceptional weather and rising delta waters. Expect higher prices and crowds, but the combination of perfect conditions and excellent wildlife viewing makes it worth it.
Weather
May offers near-perfect weather with warm, sunny days and cool, crisp nights. Humidity is low and rainfall virtually nonexistent. Clear skies dominate with comfortable temperatures ideal for all safari activities.
26°C high11°C low1 rain days
Crowds & Cost
high crowds
~$280/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Labour Day
- •Peak flood season begins in Okavango Delta
May Tips
- •Book accommodations 6 months ahead - this is peak season
- •Pack warm clothes for early morning game drives
- •Delta mokoro trips are at their best with high water levels
All Months
May through October is peak season for good reason. The weather's dry, temperatures hover around 25°C during the day, and the Delta's at its fullest from seasonal floods. July and August bring the crowds and highest prices - book flights and lodges months ahead. But here's what most guides won't tell you: shoulder season has serious advantages. May offers incredible bird watching as migrants arrive, and September brings baby animals everywhere. The trade-off? Dust storms in September can ground scenic flights for days. November through April is wet season - some camps close, roads become impassable, and the humidity will test your patience. But the landscape transforms into something magical, prices drop by half, and you'll have the place mostly to yourself. Just pack serious rain gear and flexible plans.
Maun Scores
Solo
7/10
Couples
8/10
Families
7/10
Adventure
9/10
Budget
4/10
Luxury
9/10
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