Lüderitz Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Lüderitz’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Namibia.
Monthly Temperature Averages
In Lüderitz temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. On average, maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 25°C in February to a pleasant 20°C in August. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 11°C in August.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Lüderitz by month:
The minimum temperature is commonly observed between 4 AM and 6 AM, with the maximum occurring around 3 PM, when the sun’s strength is at its peak.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
August, the city’s coldest month, sees about 4.1 mm of rainfall spread over roughly a single day.
Annual Temperatures in Namibia Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Namibia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
Lüderitz Temperatures Compared World Wide
Lüderitz’s average annual maximum temperature is 23°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Athens, Greece, experiences an average annual temperature of 23°C, with hot summers and mild winters typical of a Mediterranean climate.
Meanwhile, Queenstown, New Zealand, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 10°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with an average annual temperature of 23°C, featuring hot summers and mild winters.
Perth, Australia, experiences a Mediterranean climate, with a pleasant average temperature of 25°C.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Lüderitz’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Lüderitz climate page.
Current temperature in Lüderitz
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