The month in detail
What to expect in March
Autumn in Etosha is often underrated: 30°C, golden light and declining crowds. An interesting window. Rain risk remains low (16% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if May (9.3/10) remains theoretically better.
March ranks 6 out of 12 months in Etosha. Compared to February: 5 pts fewer rainy days.
This month's conditions
What it's like in March
UV index
9 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
comfortable
14°
Daylight
12.1h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 22
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Is March the right month?
The best month in Etosha is May (9.3/10), 0.6 pt higher than March.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a city break.
Country · Namibia
🗣️LanguageEnglish
💶CurrencyDollar namibien ($)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthOctober · 36°C
❄️Coolest monthJune · 26°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘFebruary · 21%
🏛️ City break
📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round
🚇Public transportGood
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Location
Where is Etosha ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
NamibiaTemperate climate with a 9.3 → 5.0 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
18.80°S · 16.33°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Etosha?
May is the best month with 29.0°C highs, 15.0°C lows, 8.3h of sunshine and 1.0% rainy days. The months of May & August offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Etosha get in May?
Etosha averages 8.3 sunshine hours per day in May. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.0/10.
What is the rainiest month in Etosha?
October is the most unfavourable month with October has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Etosha in May?
In May, overnight lows reach 15.0°C, while afternoon highs average 29.0°C.
Is Etosha good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Etosha scores 6.8/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains May with a score of 9.0/10.
When should you avoid Etosha?
October is the most difficult month to visit Etosha, with October has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Etosha in March?
The average UV index reaches 9 in March in Etosha (very high), with about 12.1h of daylight. Protection essential.