Rundu Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Temperatures in Rundu, Namibia, shift moderately through the seasons. The warmest month is October at 36°C (97°F), and the coolest is July at 27°C (81°F).
With around 684 mm (27 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.
Monthly Temperature in Rundu
The weather in Rundu changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very hot 36°C (97°F) in October to a comfortable 27°C (81°F) in the coolest month, July.
Nights vary from 21°C (70°F) in October to around 10°C (50°F) during the colder months.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Rundu
Generally, Rundu receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 684 mm (27 in) annually. The climate in Rundu shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in January, the wettest month, with an average of 173 mm (6.8 in) of precipitation over 15 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month June offers drier and sunnier days, with around 0.1 mm (0 in) of rainfall over a single rainy day. For more details, please visit our Rundu Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Humidity in Rundu by Month
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Rundu.
The city experiences its highest humidity in February, reaching 70%. In September, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 35%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Rundu 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Rundu
With its warm weather, Rundu experiences temperatures from 27°C (81°F) to 36°C (97°F) throughout the year. April, May, June, July, August, September and October offers the driest weather, which makes it a good time to visit.It's smart to plan your activities during the cooler morning hours or take advantage of the refreshing evenings.
Note that January has the heaviest precipitation of the year. Wondering where to travel based on your weather preferences? Our recommendation tool helps you find destinations with your ideal climate conditions. Use our weather planner to find your perfect destination.
