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Walvis Bay Weather in October

During October, Walvis Bay experiences pleasant daytime temperatures of 20°C (68°F) and cooler nights around 13°C (55°F). Rainfall is low, averaging just 2.3 mm (0.1 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Walvis Bay in October

This month experiences about a single day of rain according to historical data, averaging 2.3 mm (0.1 in). If rain does fall, it tends to be very light and barely worth getting out an umbrella for.

Temperature in Walvis Bay in October

October in Walvis Bay is generally perfect, with days reaching 20°C (68°F) and nights settling around 13°C (55°F). A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. Nights drop to around 13°C (55°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 Walvis Bay in October

Enjoy a sunny month with about 228 hours of sunshine, the clear skies make Walvis Bay even more beautiful.

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Walvis Bay Temperature in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 13°C (55°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 20°C (68°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 3%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 2.3 mm (0.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days a single day  
HumidityHumidity 88%  
SunshineSunshine 228 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Daily Historical Temperatures

48-year average (1977-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Walvis Bay typically stay consistent throughout October, with daily highs averaging around 20°C (68°F). Nights are cool, with lows around 12°C (54°F).

Average temperatures in October

Historical weather for Walvis Bay in October

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

Walvis Bay historical weather extremes in October

Based on 20 years of weather observations in Walvis Bay between 2005 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.

  • The hottest October day on record in Walvis Bay reached 38°C (100°F) (October 10, 2006).
  • On October 17, 2008, Walvis Bay saw its coldest October day with temperatures maxing out at 15°C (59°F).
  • Walvis Bay registered its coldest October night on October 2, 2020, with temperatures dropping to 5°C (41°F).

Best Places in Namibia in October

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Legend 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).

What to Wear in Walvis Bay in October

For Walvis Bay in October, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Walvis Bay in October

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

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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