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Etosha National Park Climate by Month

Temperatures in Etosha National Park experience a moderate degree of variance through the seasons. Days can be very hot, while the cooler months tend to be warm. It maintains moderate precipitation patterns. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

The weather in Etosha National Park changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a very hot 36°C in October to a comfortable 27°C in the coolest month, July. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 11°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Etosha National Park receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 504 mm annually. The climate in Etosha National Park shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect high rainfall in February, with an average of 128 mm of precipitation over 13 rainy days. In contrast, June offers drier and sunnier days, with around 0 mm of rainfall over 2 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

The best time of year to visit Etosha National Park in Namibia

The best time to visit is during the drier months: April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Does Etosha National Park have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of May, June, July, August, September and October are very dry.
  • Which is the hottest month in Etosha National Park?
    October has an average maximum temperature of 36°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Etosha National Park?
    The coolest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 27°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Etosha National Park?
    February tops the wettest month list with 128 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Etosha National Park?
    July is the driest month with 0 mm of precipitation.

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    Forecast for Etosha National Park

    Thu   Nov 21
    33°C | 21°C
    SE 18 km/h
    1 mm
    partly cloudy and thunder

    partly cloudy and thunder

    Fri   Nov 22
    35°C | 21°C
    S 18 km/h
    2.9 mm
    partly cloudy and rain

    partly cloudy and rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    36°C | 21°C
    NE 14 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain