Etosha National Park Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Etosha National Park, Namibia in April.

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Okaukuejo Namutoni

Considering a trip to Etosha National Park, Namibia this April and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Etosha National Park in April

Etosha National Park, Namibia is a region in Namibia. April in Etosha National Park generally has very warm temperatures, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) in Okaukuejo. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

For specific regional insights in Etosha National Park, Namibia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

April is a dry month with an average rainfall of around 21 mm (0.8 in) in Okaukuejo.

Explore Etosha National Park by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Etosha National Park - and find the best time to visit. (based on Okaukuejo)

January33°C (91°F) February32°C (90°F) March31°C (88°F) April31°C (88°F) May30°C (86°F) June27°C (81°F) This monthJuly27°C (81°F) August30°C (86°F) September34°C (93°F) October36°C (97°F) November35°C (95°F) December34°C (93°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Etosha National Park in April

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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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 Etosha National Park

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Etosha National Park, Namibia?

Temperature range in Etosha National Park (April)

Precipitation variation in Etosha National Park (April)

Okaukuejo

In April Okaukuejo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
1.4 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
4 days
2 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
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Namutoni

In April Namutoni generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
0.5 mm (0.02 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
4 days
a single day
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
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Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Etosha National Park in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Okaukuejo 31°C (88°F) 18°C (64°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)
Namutoni 32°C (90°F) 18°C (64°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)

Etosha National Park weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Etosha National Park, Namibia in April?

April in Etosha National Park, Namibia brings very good weather. In Okaukuejo, daytime temperatures are typically around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime lows hover near 18°C (64°F).

What is the average temperature in Etosha National Park, Namibia in April?

Average temperatures in Etosha National Park, Namibia during April range from a nighttime low near 18°C (64°F) to a daytime high around 31°C (88°F) in Okaukuejo.

Does Etosha National Park, Namibia get a lot of rain in April?

Not particularly. Okaukuejo averages just 21 mm (0.8 in) of rain in April, making it a mostly dry month for Etosha National Park, Namibia.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Etosha National Park, Namibia?

Given the typically excellent weather conditions in Okaukuejo, April might be a good time to visit Etosha National Park, Namibia. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Etosha National Park, Namibia is in June and July with generally excellent weather in Okaukuejo. In contrast, January, September, October, November and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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