Etosha National Park Weather in October

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

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Okaukuejo Namutoni

Planning a trip to Etosha National Park, Namibia this October? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Etosha National Park in October

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

Temperatures

You can expect very hot maximum daytime temperatures of around 36°C (97°F) and nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) in Okaukuejo. In Etosha National Park, Namibia, October typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.

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

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Okaukuejo with an average of 9.3 mm (0.4 in) to low rainfall in Namutoni with 15 mm (0.6 in).

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) This monthJune27°C (81°F) July27°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 October

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

Temperature range in Etosha National Park (October)

Precipitation variation in Etosha National Park (October)

Okaukuejo

In October Okaukuejo generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
36°C (97°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
1.5 mm (0.1 in)
9.3 mm (0.4 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
3 days
6 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
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Namutoni

In October Namutoni generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C (99°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
37°C (99°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
2.5 mm (0.1 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
3 days
8 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Okaukuejo 36°C (97°F) 21°C (70°F) 9.3 mm (0.4 in)
Namutoni 37°C (99°F) 22°C (72°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)

Etosha National Park weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Etosha National Park, Namibia in October. The popular destination of Okaukuejo averages 36°C (97°F) by day and 21°C (70°F) at night during this month.

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

Okaukuejo averages a daytime maximum of 36°C (97°F) in October, with overnight lows close to 21°C (70°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Etosha National Park, Namibia during October, with Okaukuejo averaging close to 9.3 mm (0.4 in).

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

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Okaukuejo, October may not be the ideal time to visit Etosha National Park, Namibia.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June and July offering mostly perfect weather in Okaukuejo. The weather in January, September, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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