Namibia · SummerMonth summary
Namibia weather in August
✅ Excellent
🌡️ Temperature min / max
10°C – 25°C
🌧 Rainy days
0% of days
☀️ Sunshine
11.2h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Summer
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
9.0/10
📅 📅 Best month
September (9.2/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Namibia in August?
✅ Excellent
✅ Yes if: you want to combine beach, sightseeing and hiking — versatile weather (25°C, little rain).
❌ No if: you want to avoid tourist crowds — this is the busiest period.
Our take: August is an excellent time to visit Namibia. 25°C, 11.2h of sunshine — optimal conditions.
By trip type
Namibia in August by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ✅ Good
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
Local context
What to expect in August
🎯 Ideal conditions for families — pleasant weather and outdoor activities accessible Summer in Namibia brings pleasant temperatures (25°C) and long sunny days (11.2h of sunshine). Rain is virtually absent (0% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. This is one of the best times of year to visit Namibia.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | 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
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In August, Namibia averages 25°C, 0% rainy days and 11.2h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 9.0/10.
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Comparison
August vs September (best month)
The best month is September (score 9.2/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +4°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : +2%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +0.5h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Namibia in August
Is August a good time to visit Namibia?
August is an excellent time to visit Namibia (score 9.0/10). With 25°C, 11.2h of sunshine and 0% rain, conditions are very favourable.
What to do in Namibia in August?
With 25°C and 11.2h of sunshine, all outdoor activities are possible: hiking, sightseeing and terraces.
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