August in Rundu brings very high temperatures, with daytime highs of 30°C (86°F) and nights around 13°C (55°F). Rainfall is at its lowest this month, making it one of the more reliable months to be outdoors.
Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, June and July typically offer the best weather for Rundu.
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49-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Rundu typically rise from around 27°C (81°F) at the start of August to approximately 31°C (88°F) by the end. Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 10°C (50°F) to 14°C (57°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Rundu spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 20 years of weather observations (2006-2026), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Rundu.
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 but pleasant conditions in Rundu in August. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
See the full Rundu climate overview or explore weather in Namibia.
Where to go in August - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Okaukuejo
30°C (86°F) Otjiwarongo
29°C (84°F) Omaruru29°C (84°F) Voigtland25°C (77°F) Windhoek25°C (77°F) Swakopmund22°C (72°F) Rand Rifles21°C (70°F) Walvis Bay
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