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Swakopmund Weather in August

With daytime temperatures of 22°C (72°F) and nighttime lows of 11°C (52°F), August in Swakopmund brings high temperatures during the day. The perfect weather makes it an appealing time to visit.

Rainfall in Swakopmund in August

Records from the past 30 years suggest around a single day of rain, with 0.9 mm (0.04 in) average for the month. On the rare occasion it rains this month, it usually amounts to very little.

Temperature in Swakopmund in August

Swakopmund in August is worth a visit. The temperature is perfect, with 22°C (72°F) during the day and 11°C (52°F) at night. The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. Nights drop to around 11°C (52°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.

Sunshine in Swakopmund in August

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 0 hours of sunshine.

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Swakopmund Temperature in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 11°C (52°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 22°C (72°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 2%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 0.9 mm (0.04 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days a single day  
SunshineSunshine 0 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Walvis Baai, Namibia (24 KM, 15 Miles).

Daily Historical Temperatures

49-year average (1976-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Swakopmund typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 22°C (72°F). Nights are cool, with lows around 10°C (50°F).

Average temperatures in August

Historical weather for Swakopmund in August

Browse day-by-day weather records for Swakopmund spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Swakopmund historical weather extremes in August

The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Swakopmund from 2006 through 2025.

  • Swakopmund experienced its chilliest August day on August 24, 2012, reaching only 13°C (55°F).
  • The lowest overnight temperature recorded in August was 3°C (37°F) (August 24, 2013).

Best Places in Namibia in August

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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).

What to Wear in Swakopmund in August

Pleasant temperatures in August mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.

What To Do in Swakopmund in August

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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