Windhoek, NamibiaQuick decision
When to visit Windhoek?
🌞 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
Christuskirche & Alte FesteYear-round — German colonial architecture, national museum.
Joe's Beerhouse & cuisineYear-round — oryx, kudu, potjiekos, Namibian beers.
Sossusvlei excursionMay–Oct — world's tallest red dunes, 5h drive.
BudgetNov–Mar — green season, lodges –40%, spectacular storms.
Monthly climate data
Windhoek 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 Windhoek
April
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August
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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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