Best Time to Visit Namibia
Best time to visit Namibia: January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Namibia
Go in January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: February, March and June - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Namibia month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 87° | 64° | 2,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| February | 85° | 63° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 83° | 61° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 78° | 55° | 1,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 75° | 50° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 69° | 44° | 0,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 73° | 46° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 78° | 49° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 83° | 54° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 88° | 60° | 0,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| November | 88° | 62° | 1,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| December | 88° | 63° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid February, March and June - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Namibia is a country in Africa. Namibia is a country in Africa with its capital at Windhoek. It has a population of about 2.6 million. The capital is Windhoek.
Right now it is 78°F (26°C) in Namibia with overcast. It feels like 69°F. Today runs from 54°F to 81°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.5/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Namibia is January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December. The climate is Mediterranean. February, March and June tend to be the least comfortable months. November is the warmest month with average highs near 88°F, while June is the coldest with lows near 44°F.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 81°F is 3.6°F above the 78°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Namibia today at 9.5/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Namibia right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 5:18 PM, Aug 21 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 82° / 52°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 7 mph
⛅ 80° / 55°
Partly cloudy · 0% rain · wind 10 mph
Quick facts about Namibia
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Africa |
| Continent | Africa |
| Coordinates | 22°33′39.2″S 17°3′56.9″E (-22.5609, 17.0658) |
| Capital | Windhoek |
| Population | 2.600.000 |
| Area | 318.772 sq mi |
| ISO code | NA |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | NAM |
| Currency | Namibian dollar (NAD) |
| Languages | English |
| Calling code | +264 |
| Time zone | Africa/Windhoek |
| Local time | 5:18 PM (UTC+02:00) |
| Best months | January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Namibia?
Namibia is a country in Africa. Its coordinates are -22.5609, 17.0658. It lies in Africa.
What is the weather like in Namibia right now?
It is currently 78°F (26°C) with overcast. Humidity is 12% and wind is 9 mph.
When is the best time to visit Namibia?
January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Namibia, which has a Mediterranean climate. February, March and June are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Namibia in?
Namibia observes Africa/Windhoek (UTC+02:00). The local time is 5:18 PM.
How many people live in Namibia?
Namibia has a population of approximately 2.6 million.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 21, 2026 at 5:18 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
