What’s the climate like in Namibia?
The current climate of Namibia features average monthly temperatures ranging from highs of 35°C during the day to lows of 24°C. The average yearly temperature is around 30°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 6°C and in the warmer months around 19°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Namibia in recent years was 41°C in March 2019. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 12°C in July 2023.
On average, Namibia receives 398 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, UK gets 701 mm of precipitation annually.
The climate of Namibia is based on weather data from Windhoek. Other locations might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Namibia for a full picture of the climate.
Best time to visit Namibia?
The best time to visit Namibia for sunny weather is February through December. During this period, you'll have good temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Namibia. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
Climate Table of Namibia
The climate table of Namibia shows the average temperatures, precipitation, and UV index per month. The table gives an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of precipitation in millimetres, the total snowfall in centimetres, and the UV index for each month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 31 | 31 | 31 | 29 | 27 | 25 | 24 | 27 | 31 | 34 | 35 | 33 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 18 | 18 | 17 | 14 | 10 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 11 | 17 | 18 | 19 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 143 | 79 | 64 | 33 | 3,9 | 0,1 | 0,9 | 0,2 | 0,6 | 8,5 | 17 | 47 |
| UV Index | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 30°C
- Highest temperature: 35°C in November
- Lowest temperature: 24°C in July
- Precipitation: 398 mm per year, averaging 33 mm per month
- Driest months: 0,1 mm in June, 0,2 mm in August and 0,6 mm in September
- Wettest months: 143 mm in January, 79 mm in February and 64 mm in March
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Average Temperature per Month in Namibia
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Namibia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Namibia
This graph shows how much precipitation Namibia gets on average per month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of precipitation is measured in millimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded precipitation per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Namibia
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Namibia. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Namibia
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Namibia. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Namibia
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Namibia over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimetres, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Namibia
The weather in Namibia is rated an average of 3,8 out of 5 stars by 5 visitors. Have you been to Namibia? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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Daytime temperatures were pleasant and evenings pleasantly cool. A mix of sun and light clouds, rarely rain. A great month to visit Namibia!— This text is automatically translated to English
During my holiday, the nights were unexpectedly cool. It was a pleasant day with lots of sunshine. Not bad, not great.— This text is automatically translated to English
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August in Namibia was unique, with mild temperatures during the day and cold temperatures in the evening. Dry and sunny, blue skies. Ideal for safaris, less so for heat-lovers. Imagine this on a winter day!— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Namibia by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Namibia. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
