Temperature in Namibia in May

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Namibia this May.

Namibia, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in May ranging from 21°C (70°F) in Henties Bay to 33°C (91°F) in Epupa. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 18°C (64°F) in Epupa and 14°C (57°F) in Henties Bay.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Namibia in May?

Discover the typical May temperatures for the most popular locations of Namibia on the map below. Detailed insights are just a click away.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in May: blue is cold, red is hot.

Namibia temperatures in May: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Namibia in May?

Average daytime highs in Namibia during May reach about 26°C (79°F) in Swakopmund.

How cold does it get at night in Namibia in May?

Nighttime temperatures in Swakopmund typically drop to around 14°C (57°F) in May.

What is the warmest city in May in Namibia?

Epupa tops the warmest city list in our database with average maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F) and a minimum nighttime temperature of around 18°C (64°F).

What is the coldest city in May in Namibia?

For the month of May, Henties Bay is the most temperate city in Namibia based on our records. Highs average 21°C (70°F) and nighttime temperatures dip to around 14°C (57°F).

How much sun does Namibia get in May?

Swakopmund usually sees around 0 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

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