The climate of Namibia
The current climate in Namibia features temperatures ranging from a high of 35°C to a low of 24°C throughout the year. 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.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Namibia.
Temperature records
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.
Rainfall amount
On average, Namibia receives 398 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
The climate in Namibia is based on weather data from Windhoek. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Namibia to get the 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 nice 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.
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Climate Table of Namibia
The climate table of Namibia shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall 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.
Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Namibia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Namibia
Yearly Temperature in Namibia
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Namibia. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Average Precipitation per Month in Namibia
Total Yearly Precipitation in Namibia
UV index chart
This chart 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.
Average UV Index per Month in Namibia
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.
Hester
Bright sun during the day, cool at night. Don't expect rain, as the ground is dry. Ideal for outdoor sports!
KyraDaytime temperatures were pleasant and evenings pleasantly cool. A mix of sun and light clouds, rarely rain. A great month to visit Namibia!
Ilse StaalDuring my vacation, the nights were unexpectedly cool. It was a pleasant day with lots of sunshine. Not bad, not great.
MarloesThe nights were cooler. A few showers, but nothing to spoil the fun.
ThijsAugust 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!
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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.