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Windhoek, Namibia · Temperate

Windhoek in September: go or not?

Excellent time. Windhoek in September scores 9.6/10.

📅 Data updated: October 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 22.57°S · 17.08°E
⚡ This month's verdict
Go for it
Windhoek · September
9.6
13–29°
Temperature
1%
Rain
11h
Sun
🏛️ Heritage☀️ Dry climate
Photo : Ndumiso Silindza via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in September

Spring marks the start of the good season in Windhoek. Temperatures rise (29°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Rain is virtually absent (1% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup.

September is the best month of the year in Windhoek. Compared to August: +4°C daytime.

This month's conditions

What it's like in September

UV index
8 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
dry air
-6°
Daylight
11.9h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 34
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Is September the right month?

September is actually the best month of the year in Windhoek. Good timing.

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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 monthNovember · 32°C
❄️Coolest monthJune · 22°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘFebruary · 18%

🏛️ City break

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

Where is Windhoek ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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🔍 Geographic context
Namibia
Temperate climate with a 9.6 → 8.4 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 1.0% 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 8.2/10 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 September?
The average UV index reaches 8 in September in Windhoek (very high), with about 11.9h of daylight. Protection essential.