Walvis Bay Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Walvis Bay’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 Walvis Bay temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 23°C in March, the warmest time of the year, to a pleasant 19°C during cooler months like August. At night, minimum temperatures typically average around 12°C during these months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Walvis Bay 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. March, the city’s warmest month, enjoys 211 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
August, the city’s coldest month, sees about 1.7 mm of rainfall spread over roughly a single day. It records 221 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
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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Walvis Bay Temperatures Compared World Wide
Walvis Bay’s average annual maximum temperature is 21°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual temperature is 21°C, offering warm summers and mild, rainy winters.
In contrast, in Zermatt, Switzerland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 4°C, with mild summers and very cold winters.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average temperature is 21°C, offering warm summers and mild winters.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys warm summers and mild winters, with an average annual temperature of 21°C.
How does the temperature feel?
Humidity is an essential factor in how you experience temperature. When a warm period is accompanied by high humidity, it results in a higher perceived temperature. This is especially true when temperatures exceed 25°C, as it can cause greater discomfort.
In Walvis Bay, during the coolest month, August, you will experience 86% humidity, which is considered very high. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 19°C. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
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.
Global Warming and Its Effects
Climate change is affecting worldwide temperatures, including in Walvis Bay. It has massive impacts on both local and global levels:
- Global Temperature Rise: The average global land and sea temperatures have risen by about 1.2°C since pre-industrial times.
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Local Impacts: Most regions of the world are witnessing warmer winters with fewer frost and snowfall days. The global frequency and severity of heatwaves have increased. For example, Europe's summers of 2018, 2019, and 2020 all broke records. Summers are also becoming drier; however, during winter, inland regions have experienced increased rainfall. This has caused elevated river levels and more cases of flooding.
Many countries are experiencing earlier springs and later autumns. This is why some bird species have shifted their migration dates.
For more detailed information about Walvis Bay’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Walvis Bay climate page.
