Sesriem Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Sesriem’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 Sesriem, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. On average, maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 34°C in January to a comfortable 25°C in July. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 8°C in July.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Sesriem by month:
The lowest temperatures typically occur between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the peak temperatures are generally observed around 3 PM, when the sun's heating is most intense.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
July, the city’s coldest month, sees about 0.7 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.
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Sesriem Temperatures Compared World Wide
Sesriem’s average annual maximum temperature is 31°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.
In contrast, in ReykjavÃk, Iceland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 9°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average temperature is 21°C, offering warm summers and mild winters.
Melbourne, Australia, has a slightly cooler climate, with an average annual temperature of 20°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 Sesriem’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Sesriem climate page.
Current temperature in Sesriem
