Etosha National Park Weather & Climate: Namibia

Climate by month across Etosha National Park, Namibia, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of Etosha National Park

Etosha National Park is one of several regions in Namibia, with temperatures that range from 26°C (79°F) in July to 36°C (97°F) during the peak of October. We've based our full climate overview on data from Okaukuejo, the region's most prominent city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

Etosha National Park offers pleasant conditions in June and July, with temperatures typically ranging from 27°C (81°F) to 27°C (81°F).

The peak heat season generally takes place in September, October and November.

Precipitation in Etosha National Park varies considerably throughout the year. The wettest conditions occur in February with 113 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while June stays relatively dry with 0 mm (0 in). The driest period occurs in May, June, July, August, September and October, with rainfall remaining under 9 mm (0.4 in).

Explore Etosha National Park by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Etosha National Park — and find the best time to visit. (based on Okaukuejo)

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Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Okaukuejo 27°C (81°F) 36°C (97°F) 11°C (52°F) 21°C (70°F) 438 mm (17 in)
Namutoni 28°C (82°F) 37°C (99°F) 11°C (52°F) 22°C (72°F) 581 mm (23 in)

Places in Etosha National Park, Namibia

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