Namibia

Namibia Weather in September

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Namibia in September.

Are you planning a trip a to Namibia in September and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Namibia in September

Namibia has a wide variety of climate types. During September, you can expect temperatures that range from mild to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in Henties Bay at 18°C (64°F) to very hot in Epupa at 36°C (97°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 18°C (64°F) in Epupa and 12°C (54°F) in Henties Bay. Although September is typically the coldest month, there are still areas in Namibia where the temperatures are mild, allowing for a comfortable visit any time of the year.

To explore the conditions in Namibia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Epupa with an average of 0.9 mm (0.04 in) to low rainfall in Gobabis with 6.3 mm (0.2 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Swakopmund gets roughly 0 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Namibia by month

Best Places to Visit in Namibia in September

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Namibia.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Namibia

What is the weather like in September for some of the most popular destinations in Namibia?

Temperature range in Namibia (September)

Precipitation variation in Namibia (September)

Swakopmund

In September Swakopmund generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
0 hours
0 hours
0 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.9 mm (0.04 in)
1.7 mm (0.1 in)
1.3 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions

Windhoek

In September Windhoek generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
28°C (82°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
341 hours
321 hours
319 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.5 mm (0.02 in)
6.1 mm (0.2 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
4 days
Weather conditions

Walvis Bay

In September Walvis Bay generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
221 hours
191 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.7 mm (0.1 in)
2.5 mm (0.1 in)
2.3 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions

Okaukuejo

In September Okaukuejo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
34°C (93°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
0.1 mm (0 in)
1.5 mm (0.1 in)
9.3 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
3 days
Weather conditions

Omaruru

In September Omaruru generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
32°C (90°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
0.1 mm (0 in)
3.3 mm (0.1 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
3 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in September

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Namibia in September.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Swakopmund 22°C (72°F) 11°C (52°F) 1.7 mm (0.1 in)
Windhoek 28°C (82°F) 11°C (52°F) 6.1 mm (0.2 in)
Walvis Bay 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 2.5 mm (0.1 in)
Okaukuejo 34°C (93°F) 18°C (64°F) 1.5 mm (0.1 in)
Otjiwarongo 32°C (90°F) 15°C (59°F) 4.5 mm (0.2 in)
Koës 29°C (84°F) 12°C (54°F) 4.1 mm (0.2 in)

Namibia weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Namibia in September?

Namibia typically experiences perfect weather in September, part of the season. Daytime highs in Swakopmund average around 22°C (72°F), and temperatures drop to about 11°C (52°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Namibia in September?

Daytime temperatures in Swakopmund peak at roughly 22°C (72°F) in September, dropping to about 11°C (52°F) overnight.

Does Namibia get a lot of rain in September?

September is on the drier side in Namibia. Swakopmund averages only about 1.7 mm (0.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Namibia?

In our opinion, September is a good time to visit Namibia with overall perfect weather in Swakopmund.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in offering mostly perfect weather in Swakopmund.

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