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Maun, Botswana · Temperate

Maun in April: go or not?

Excellent time. Maun in April scores 9.1/10.

📅 Updated August 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 19.99°S · 23.42°E
⚡ This month's verdict
Go for it
Maun · April
9.1
17–30°
Temperature
7%
Rain
9h
Sun
🏛️ Heritage🌧️ Moderate rain☔ Indoor sights
Photo : Wynand Uys via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in April

Spring marks the start of the good season in Maun. Temperatures rise (30.0°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Rain is virtually absent (7.0% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. This is one of the best times of year to visit Maun.

April ranks 5 out of 12 months in Maun. Compared to March: 19 pts fewer rainy days, +1.0h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in April

UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
comfortable
12°
Daylight
11.5h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 20
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Is April the right month?

The best month in Maun is May (9.7/10), 0.6 pt higher than April.

See May →See all 12 months →
Context

Our verdict

Maun is the logistical base of the Okavango Delta , one of the largest inland deltas in the world, listed UNESCO. International airport, agencies for mokoros and safaris.

Read Gilles' full review →

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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.

🎟️ Activities & tours · 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 · 97°F
❄️Coolest monthJune · 77°F
🌧️Rainiest month February · 47%

🏛️ City break

📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
Indoor sights Year-round
🚇Public transportGood
Location

Where is Maun ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
Botswana
Temperate climate with a 9.7 → 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 82°F highs, 55°F lows, 10.1h of sunshine and 0.0% 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 9.6/10.
What is the rainiest month in Maun?
November is the most unfavourable month with November 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 55°F, while afternoon highs average 82°F.
Is Maun good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Maun scores 5.7/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains May with a score of 9.6/10.
When should you avoid Maun?
November is the most difficult month to visit Maun, with November 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 April?
The average UV index reaches 7 in April in Maun (high), with about 11.5h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.