Thinking of visiting Grootfontein in August? Expect high temperatures reaching 29°C (84°F) during the day, dropping to 11°C (52°F) at night, with minimal rainfall.
If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, April, May, June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances for Grootfontein.
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49-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Grootfontein typically rise from around 25°C (77°F) at the start of August to approximately 28°C (82°F) by the end. Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 8°C (46°F) to 12°C (54°F).
49-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Grootfontein spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
According to our 20 years of weather records for Grootfontein, the following extremes were recorded between 2006 and 2026.
Find out more about the weather in Namibia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Namibia in August →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Warm temperatures in August make for comfortable sightseeing weather. Pack breathable fabrics like cotton shirts, knee-length shorts or skirts, and comfortable walking shoes. A thin long sleeve for indoor spaces is handy. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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