Namibia, NamibiaQuick decision
When to visit Namibia?
🌞 Best time overall
September
🌡️ Optimal temperature
13°C–29°C in September
🌧 Least rain
2% rainy days in September
🌧 Wettest month
January (28%)
📅 Best score
9.2/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Sossusvlei & DunesMay–October — red dunes at sunrise, Dead Vlei.
Etosha SafariJune–November — waterholes, lions, elephants and rhinos.
Skeleton CoastMay–September — shipwrecks, seals and lunar landscapes.
StargazingMay–October — NamibRand, one of the world's purest skies.
FamilyJuly–August — safe safaris, good roads and family lodges.
Monthly climate data
Namibia weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 18°C | 31°C | 28% | 2.8 | 12.6h | 8.0/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 18°C | 30°C | 33% | 2.3 | 12.0h | 8.0/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 16°C | 28°C | 25% | 1.6 | 11.9h | 8.8/10 |
| ☀️ April | 14°C | 26°C | 10% | 0.5 | 11.2h | 8.9/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 11°C | 24°C | 1% | 0.0 | 10.6h | 8.7/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 8°C | 22°C | 0% | 0.0 | 10.3h | 8.4/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 8°C | 22°C | 0% | 0.0 | 10.3h | 8.4/10 |
| ☀️ August | 10°C | 25°C | 0% | 0.0 | 11.2h | 9.0/10 |
| ☀️ September | 13°C | 29°C | 2% | 0.0 | 11.7h | 9.2/10 |
| ☀️ October | 16°C | 31°C | 6% | 0.3 | 12.1h | 8.6/10 |
| ☀️ November | 17°C | 32°C | 10% | 0.5 | 12.9h | 8.4/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 18°C | 32°C | 25% | 1.5 | 12.9h | 8.0/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Excellent time
Average 26°C, 12% rainy days, 11.2h sunshine/day. Score: 8.8/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Excellent time
Average 23°C, 0% rainy days, 10.6h sunshine/day. Score: 8.6/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Excellent time
Average 31°C, 6% rainy days, 12.2h sunshine/day. Score: 8.7/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time
Average 31°C, 29% rainy days, 12.5h sunshine/day. Score: 8.0/10.
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Best months in Namibia
April
April in Namibia delivers near-perfect conditions with warm days around 26°C, cool evenings dipping to 14°C, and over…
August
August is genuinely one of Namibia's best months—you're looking at mild, sunny days perfect for wildlife viewing and…
September
September is honestly one of the best months to visit Namibia—warm days hitting 29°C, virtually no rain, and over 11…
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
September is ideal with 2% rainy days and 29°C.
January is the wettest month with 28% rainy days.
Yes, September is the best month with an average of 29°C.
In winter, the average score is 8.0/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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