Namibia Weather Forecast
Namibia weather: 84°F, clear sky. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Namibia weather in May
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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 | 82° | 54° | 0,1 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).
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.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid February, March and June - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 84°F (29°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 6% and wind is 1 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 11:05 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. |
|---|---|
| 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 October 21, 2026 at 11:05 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
