Grootfontein Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
The climate in Grootfontein, Otjozondjupa Region, Namibia, sees a moderate range of temperatures across the year, from 34°C (93°F) in October down to 25°C (77°F) in July.
With around 633 mm (25 in) of annual rainfall, the city has moderate precipitation levels. January is the wettest month and June the driest. It also has a distinct dry season from April to October. Sunshine peaks in July, when the city sees around 11.2 hours of sunshine per day.
Monthly Temperature in Grootfontein
In Grootfontein, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 34°C (93°F) in October to a comfortable 25°C (77°F) in the coolest month, July.
Nights vary from 20°C (68°F) in October to around 8°C (46°F) during the colder months.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Grootfontein
On average, Grootfontein receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 633 mm (25 in). The climate in Grootfontein shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect high rainfall in January, the wettest month, with an average of 150 mm (5.9 in) of precipitation over 16 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month June offers drier and sunnier days, with around 0.1 mm (0 in) of rainfall over 2 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Grootfontein Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Grootfontein
Grootfontein offers a pleasant mix of sunny and slightly overcast days. The difference in sunshine hours between July (11.2 hours daily) and February (8.6 hours daily) provides a bit of variety for visitors and residents.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Grootfontein by Month
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Grootfontein.
The city experiences its highest humidity in March, reaching 65%. In September, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 22%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Grootfontein 3-Day Forecast
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