What's the weather like during May in Namibia?

May is the start of the dry season in Namibia - Game viewing tends to be pretty good during May. Etosha National Park starts to get busier too. Overall, May is a good month for a Namibian safari holiday.

• Average Day Time Temperature = 25 degrees Celsius
• Average Night Time Temperature = 8 degrees Celsius
• Average Rainfall = 6MM
• Average Daylight Hours = 11

Namibia Weather in May

• The daytime temperatures are mild to warm.
• Namibia gets increasingly dryer during May.
• Nighttime temperatures start dropping to below 10 degrees Celsius
• Make sure to bring warm clothing for the chilly evenings

Namibia Highlights in May

• The landscapes are still covered in grass and flowers, making for good landscape photography.
• Most of the bugs have disappeared.
• Water sources dry up, so greater concentrations of wildlife may be viewed at permanent rivers and waterholes.
• May is a fantastic time for a hot air balloon flight.
• The overall weather conditions during May are excellent.

Namibia Lowlights in May

• Booking your preferred lodges can become tricky, so book well in advance.
• May is the start of the busy season.
• The nights and mornings can get quite chilly, be sure to have your down jacket with you.