The month in detail
What to expect in February
In the height of summer, Maun sees high temperatures (30°C). Heat is a factor for outdoor activities. Rain risk remains low (25% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. May (9.6/10) is significantly better if possible.
February ranks 9 out of 12 months in Maun. Compared to January: −1.1h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in February
UV index
10 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
muggy at times
16°
Daylight
12.7h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 24
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Is February the right month?
The best month in Maun is May (9.6/10), 3.9 pts higher than February.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Hotels & rentals · Maun
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a city break.
Country · Botswana
🗣️LanguageEnglish
💶CurrencyPula botswanais (P)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthOctober · 36°C
❄️Coolest monthJune · 25°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJanuary · 25%
🏛️ City break
📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round
🚇Public transportGood
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Other destinations in February
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Location
Where is Maun ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
BotswanaTemperate climate with a 9.6 → 5.0 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
19.99°S · 23.42°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Maun?
May is the best month with 28.0°C highs, 13.0°C lows, 10.1h of sunshine and 1.0% rainy days. The months of May & August offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Maun get in May?
Maun averages 10.1 sunshine hours per day in May. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.5/10.
What is the rainiest month in Maun?
October is the most unfavourable month with October has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Maun in May?
In May, overnight lows reach 13.0°C, while afternoon highs average 28.0°C.
Is Maun good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Maun scores 6.2/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains May with a score of 9.5/10.
When should you avoid Maun?
October is the most difficult month to visit Maun, with October has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Maun in February?
The average UV index reaches 10 in February in Maun (very high), with about 12.7h of daylight. Protection essential.