Best Time to Visit Maun, North-West, Botswana
Maun is at its sunniest and driest in April–October.
The best time to visit Maun for sunny, dry weather is April–October — 7 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through April–October; the wetter half falls in November–March. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 17.8°C / 64°F in July to 28°C / 82.4°F in October, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in (July) to 108 mm / 4.3 in (January). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Maun, North-West, Botswana's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Maun's climate is broadly Mediterranean-style. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| April | 23.9°C75°F | 19 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Warm |
| May | 20.8°C69.4°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| June | 18°C64.4°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 17.8°C64°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 20.8°C69.4°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| September | 25°C77°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| October | 28°C82.4°F | 20 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Hot |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Maun?
The best time to visit Maun for sunny, dry weather is April, May, June, July, August, September, October. At the city itself, the warmest month is October averaging 28°C / 82.4°F, and the driest is July with about 0 mm / 0 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Maun's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Maun?
The rainy season at Maun, North-West runs through November–March, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 20 mm / 0.8 in. The wettest single month is January (108 mm / 4.3 in).
What is the driest month in Maun?
The driest month in Maun is July, averaging about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 17.8°C / 64°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Maun?
The least comfortable months for travel to Maun — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, May, June, July, August, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 108 mm / 4.3 in in January, and the coldest month averages 17.8°C / 64°F.
Is Maun climate different from Botswana overall?
Yes, usually. Our Maun figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Botswana figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Maun specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.