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Swakopmund Climate by Month

Swakopmund maintains a fairly consistent warm average temperature. The area is known for its low rainfall. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Swakopmund remains fairly constant, offering comfortable temperatures throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 27°C in March, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 22°C during cooler months like August. At night, temperatures typically average around 11°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Swakopmund experiences desert-like conditions in terms of precipitation with almost no rainfall, generally receiving 37 mm annually. Year-round, Swakopmund has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, February, with 9 mm, and the driest month, June, with 0.6 mm, is minimal.

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

Sunshine over the year

Year-round, Swakopmund offers plenty of sunlight to enjoy during your holiday. The difference between the sunniest month, January, with 0.0 hours of daily sunshine, and January, the least sunny month, with 0.0 hours, is minimal.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Walvis Baai, Namibia (24 KM, 15 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Walvis Baai, Namibia (24 KM, 15 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Swakopmund in Namibia

During the months of January, February, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December 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:
  • Which is the warmest month in Swakopmund?
    April has an average maximum temperature of 27°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Swakopmund?
    The coldest month is August with an average maximum temperature of 22°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Swakopmund?
    February tops the wettest month list with 9 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Swakopmund?
    June is the driest month with 1 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Swakopmund?
    September is the sunniest month with an average of 0 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Swakopmund

    Thu   Dec 12
    21°C | 16°C
    W 14 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Fri   Dec 13
    23°C | 15°C
    SW 32 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Sat   Dec 14
    19°C | 13°C
    SW 25 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain