The month in detail
What to expect in May
Autumn in Namibia is often underrated: 24°C, golden light and declining crowds. An interesting window. Rain is virtually absent (1% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if September (9.3/10) remains theoretically better.
May ranks 5 out of 12 months in Namibia. Compared to April: −2°C daytime, 5 pts fewer rainy days.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
6 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
dry air
-0°
Daylight
10.9h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 25
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Namibia is September (9.3/10), 0.4 pt higher than May.
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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 beach holiday.
Country · Namibia
🗣️LanguageEnglish
💶CurrencyDollar namibien ($)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthNovember · 32°C
❄️Coolest monthJune · 22°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘFebruary · 18%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Other destinations in May
If May doesn't convince you for this destination, compare with others.
Location
Where is Namibia ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
NamibiaTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.3 → 8.3 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
22.57°S · 17.08°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Namibia?
September is the best month with 29.0°C highs, 13.0°C lows, 8.8h of sunshine and 1.0% rainy days. The months of September & August offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Namibia get in September?
Namibia averages 8.8 sunshine hours per day in September. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.1/10.
What is the rainiest month in Namibia?
December is the most unfavourable month with December has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Namibia in September?
In September, overnight lows reach 13.0°C, while afternoon highs average 29.0°C.
Is Namibia good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Namibia scores 8.0/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains September with a score of 9.1/10.
When should you avoid Namibia?
December is the most difficult month to visit Namibia, with December 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 Namibia in May?
The average UV index reaches 6 in May in Namibia (high), with about 10.9h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.