Geography of Namibia
Geography of Namibia: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Namibia
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Coordinates: 22°33′39.2″S 17°3′56.9″E (-22.5609, 17.0658)
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 | 9:59 AM (UTC+02:00) |
| Best months | January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
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 61°F (16°C) in Namibia with clear. It feels like 54°F. Today runs from 60°F to 82°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - 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 82°F is 4.5°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. stargazing is the strongest bet in Namibia today at 10/10. 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.
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).
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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 61°F (16°C) with clear. Humidity is 28% and wind is 5 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 9:59 AM.
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. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 25, 2026 at 9:59 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
