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Windhoek, Namibia · Temperate

Windhoek in April: go or not?

Excellent time. Windhoek in April scores 9.0/10.

📅 Updated August 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 22.57°S · 17.08°E
⚡ This month's verdict
Go for it
Windhoek · April
9.0
14–26°
Temperature
10%
Rain
9h
Sun
🏛️ Heritage🌧️ Moderate rain☔ Indoor sights
Photo : Jacqueline Scholtz via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in April

Spring marks the start of the good season in Windhoek. Temperatures rise (26.0°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Rain is virtually absent (10.0% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. This is one of the best times of year to visit Windhoek.

April ranks 5 out of 12 months in Windhoek. Compared to March: −2°C daytime, 15 pts fewer rainy days.

This month's conditions

What it's like in April

UV index
8 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
dry air
6°
Daylight
11.5h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 22
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Is April the right month?

The best month in Windhoek is September (9.6/10), 0.6 pt higher than April.

See September →See all 12 months →
Context

Our verdict

Windhoek is above all the logistic base for Namibia. At 1700m altitude on the central plateau, temperatures stay surprising: from May to August, nights drop to 8°C while days stay at 22-25°C.

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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 monthNovember · 32°C
❄️Coolest monthJune · 22°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘFebruary · 33%

🏛️ City break

📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round
🚇Public transportGood
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Location

Where is Windhoek ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
Namibia
Temperate climate with a 9.6 → 8.2 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 Windhoek?
September is the best month with 29.0°C highs, 13.0°C lows, 10.7h of sunshine and 2.0% rainy days. The months of September & August offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Windhoek get in September?
Windhoek averages 10.7 sunshine hours per day in September. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.5/10.
What is the rainiest month in Windhoek?
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 Windhoek in September?
In September, overnight lows reach 13.0°C, while afternoon highs average 29.0°C.
Is Windhoek good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Windhoek scores 7.8/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains September with a score of 9.5/10.
When should you avoid Windhoek?
December is the most difficult month to visit Windhoek, 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 Windhoek in April?
The average UV index reaches 8 in April in Windhoek (high), with about 11.5h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.