Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Windhoek.
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The climate in Windhoek, Namibia, sees a moderate range of temperatures across the year, from 31°C (88°F) in December down to 22°C (72°F) in July.
The city receives around 540 mm (21 in) of rainfall per year. It experiences a distinct dry season from April to November. February is the wettest month and June the driest. Sunshine peaks in August, when the city sees around 11.4 hours of sunshine per day.
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In Windhoek, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C (88°F) in December to a pleasant 22°C (72°F) in July.
Nighttime temperatures range from 17°C (63°F) in December to 5°C (41°F) in July.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
On average, Windhoek receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 540 mm (21 in). The seasons in Windhoek bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, February, receives high rainfall, with an average of 154 mm (6.1 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 12 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, June, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 0.5 mm (0.02 in) over a single rainy day. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Windhoek Precipitation page.
Windhoek enjoys sunny spells year-round. August sees up to 11.4 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. February, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 8.4 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year.
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The relative humidity is low throughout the year in Windhoek.
The city experiences its highest humidity in February, reaching 56%. In September, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 17%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 1 m/s (2 knots) to 2 m/s (4 knots). It is lower in January, February, March, April, May, July and December and higher in June, August, September, October and November. What does this mean?
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
March, April, May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather in Windhoek. In contrast, January tends to have less optimal conditions. Windhoek has a distinct dry season from April to November.
Daytime highs range from 22°C (72°F) in July to 31°C (88°F) in December. Nighttime lows range from 5°C (41°F) to 17°C (63°F).
Annual rainfall is around 540 mm (21 in). February is the wettest month with 154 mm (6.1 in), while June is the driest with 0.5 mm (0.02 in).
Windhoek receives around 3,603 hours of sunshine per year. August is the sunniest month with 341 hours, while February is the cloudiest with just 252 hours. Overall, Windhoek enjoys abundant sunshine.
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