Verdict: Excellent month
Victoria Falls Weather in May
May runs warm in Victoria Falls, with daily highs around 28°C (82°F) and nights near 13°C (55°F). Rain is a non-issue, with only ~0 wet days in an average year. Overall, May is one of the best months of the year to be in Victoria Falls.
Average high
28°C / 82°F
Average low
13°C / 55°F
Rain days
~0
Precipitation
0 mm
What to pack for Victoria Falls in May
- Summer clothes, plus one light layer for air-con and evenings
- High-SPF sunscreen, sunglasses, and a refillable water bottle
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
May against the rest of the year
Warmest in Victoria Falls: Oct (36°C / 97°F) · Coolest: Jun (26°C / 79°F) · Wettest: Jan (~22 rain days)
28°
20°
Jan
29°
20°
Feb
29°
19°
Mar
29°
17°
Apr
28°
13°
May
26°
11°
Jun
26°
10°
Jul
30°
13°
Aug
34°
17°
Sep
36°
21°
Oct
34°
22°
Nov
31°
21°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)