Keetmanshoop Climate by Month
The climate in Keetmanshoop is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from very hot during the warmest months
to warm in the cooler months.
The city has a dry climate with very low precipitation levels.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average day and night temperature
In Keetmanshoop, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very hot 36°C in January to a comfortable 23°C in July. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 7°C in July.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Keetmanshoop sits in an arid zone with minimal moisture, averaging 200 mm of rainfall per year. The seasons in Keetmanshoop, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, February, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 54 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 7 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, August, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 1.4 mm over a single rainy day. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Keetmanshoop enjoys sunny spells year-round. December sees up to 12.3 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. June, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 9.7 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is low throughout the year in Keetmanshoop.
Relative humidity over the year
The best time of year to visit Keetmanshoop in Namibia
During the months of June, July and August you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
January has an average maximum temperature of 36°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 23°C.
February tops the wettest month list with 54 mm of rainfall.
August is the driest month with 1 mm of precipitation.
December is the sunniest month with an average of 368 hours of sunshine.
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