Etosha National Park Weather in December

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

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Okaukuejo Namutoni

Planning a getaway to Etosha National Park, Namibia this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Etosha National Park in December

Etosha National Park, Namibia is a region in Namibia. December in Etosha National Park generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 34°C (93°F) and nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°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

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Okaukuejo with an average of 78 mm (3.1 in) to high rainfall in Namutoni with 109 mm (4.3 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Etosha National Park in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 December for some of the most popular destinations in Etosha National Park, Namibia?

Temperature range in Etosha National Park (December)

Precipitation variation in Etosha National Park (December)

Okaukuejo

In December Okaukuejo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
36 mm (1.4 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
7 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Okaukuejo →

Namutoni

In December Namutoni generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Namutoni →

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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Okaukuejo 34°C (93°F) 21°C (70°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Namutoni 34°C (93°F) 21°C (70°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)

Etosha National Park weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Etosha National Park, Namibia in December. The popular destination of Okaukuejo averages 34°C (93°F) by day and 21°C (70°F) at night during this month.

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

Daytime temperatures in Okaukuejo peak at roughly 34°C (93°F) in December, dropping to about 21°C (70°F) overnight.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Etosha National Park, Namibia during December, with Okaukuejo averaging close to 78 mm (3.1 in).

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

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Etosha National Park, Namibia due to the typically tolerable weather in Okaukuejo.

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

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