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Windhoek, Namibia · Temperate

Windhoek in November: go or not?

Excellent time. Windhoek in November scores 8.7/10.

📅 Updated August 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 22.57°S · 17.08°E
⚡ This month's verdict
Go for it
Windhoek · November
8.7
17–32°
Temperature
10%
Rain
10h
Sun
🏛️ Heritage🌧️ Moderate rain☔ Indoor sights
Photo : Jacqueline Scholtz via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in November

Autumn in Windhoek is often underrated: 32.0°F, golden light and declining crowds. An interesting window. Rain is virtually absent (10.0% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if September (9.6/10) remains theoretically better.

November ranks 9 out of 12 months in Windhoek. Compared to October: +2°F daytime.

This month's conditions

What it's like in November

UV index
10 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
dry air
0°
Daylight
13.1h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 30
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Is November the right month?

The best month in Windhoek is September (9.6/10), 0.9 pt higher than November.

See September →See all 12 months →
Context

Our verdict

Windhoek is above all the logistic base for Namibia. At 5,600 ft altitude on the central plateau, temperatures stay surprising: from May to August, nights drop to 46°F while days stay at 72-77°F.

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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 · 90°F
❄️Coolest monthJune · 72°F
🌧️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 84°F highs, 55°F 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 55°F, while afternoon highs average 84°F.
Is Windhoek good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Windhoek scores 7.8/10 on average — Acceptable 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 November?
The average UV index reaches 10 in November in Windhoek (very high), with about 13.1h of daylight. Protection essential.