Namibia
Temperature in May

Temperature in Namibia in 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?

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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.

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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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