Capital city in Khomas, Namibia
Windhoek weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Windhoek
May–Oct is dry, sunny and cool in the mornings. Nov–Apr is hot with afternoon thunderstorms; Dec–Jan is peak holiday season for locals.
Windhoek weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan32°90 mm
- Feb30°91 mm
- Mar29°84 mm
- Apr26°57 mm
- May24°6 mm
- Jun21°2 mm
- Jul21°1 mm
- Aug25°1 mm
- Sep29°4 mm
- Oct32°20 mm
- Nov32°34 mm
- Dec32°53 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°C89°F | 17°C62°F | 90 mm | 44% | Pleasant |
| February | 30°C86°F | 16°C61°F | 91 mm | 52% | Pleasant |
| March | 29°C83°F | 15°C59°F | 84 mm | 54% | Pleasant |
| April | 26°C79°F | 12°C54°F | 57 mm | 52% | Pleasant |
| May | 24°C74°F | 8°C46°F | 6 mm | 41% | Pleasant |
| June | 21°C70°F | 4°C40°F | 2 mm | 36% | Pleasant |
| July | 21°C70°F | 4°C39°F | 1 mm | 32% | Pleasant |
| August | 25°C76°F | 6°C44°F | 1 mm | 24% | Pleasant |
| September | 29°C84°F | 10°C51°F | 4 mm | 20% | Pleasant |
| October | 32°C89°F | 14°C57°F | 20 mm | 24% | Pleasant |
| November | 32°C90°F | 15°C60°F | 34 mm | 29% | Pleasant |
| December | 32°C90°F | 16°C61°F | 53 mm | 34% | Pleasant |
Best months across Namibia
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Windhoek | May–Oct | Dec (32°C) |
| Swakopmund | Nov–Apr | Mar (22°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Windhoek?
May–Oct. May–Oct is dry, sunny and cool in the mornings. Nov–Apr is hot with afternoon thunderstorms; Dec–Jan is peak holiday season for locals.
When is the rainy season in Windhoek?
Rain peaks in February with about 91 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Windhoek?
December, with average highs of 32°C (90°F).
How cold does Windhoek get?
The coolest nights are in July, averaging 4°C (39°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.