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Backpacking Potential

94/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Seasonality

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Best Time

July, August, June

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Avoid (Extreme Weather)

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Weather

17°C – 28°C

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Precipitation

Generally dry

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🎒 Planning a backpacking trip to Maun?

The best time to visit Maun for backpacking is July, August, June, when you’ll get the best balance between weather, crowds, and costs. If you're planning your trip around this period, it can be helpful to explore where to stay and what to do in advance.

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Climate Heatmap

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Backpacking conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Maun

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
55Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
27°124
February
55Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
27°102
March
55Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
26°64
April
65Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
24°24
May
85Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
20°3
June
93Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
17°1
July
94Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
17°0
August
94Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
20°0
September
80Excellent
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
24°4
October
55Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
28°14
November
55Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
28°46
December
55Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
27°77

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Maun

When is the best time to visit Maun for backpacking?

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The best time to visit Maun for backpacking is typically in July, August, June, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Maun?

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There is no distinct rainy season in Maun, making it a year-round destination for backpacking.

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