Best Time to Visit Windhoek
Best time: Sep, Oct, Aug, Nov.
Dec is warmest (31.7°C high); Jan is rainiest (91 mm).
Windhoek weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 30.3 | 16.5 | 91 | 11.1 |
| Feb | 29.2 | 16.3 | 89 | 10.6 |
| Mar | 28.2 | 15.2 | 68 | 9.9 |
| Apr | 26.5 | 12.2 | 31 | 8.9 |
| May | 24.3 | 8.7 | 5 | 8.1 |
| Jun | 21.9 | 6.1 | 1 | 7.5 |
| Jul | 22.1 | 5.8 | 0 | 8 |
| Aug | 24.7 | 7.6 | 1 | 9.2 |
| Sep | 28.1 | 10.8 | 2 | 10.5 |
| Oct | 29.4 | 13.1 | 12 | 11.3 |
| Nov | 30.8 | 15.3 | 19 | 11.6 |
| Dec | 31.7 | 16.6 | 34 | 11.4 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: SepOctAugNov
Beaches: OctNovSepDec
Hiking: SepAugJulJun
Sightseeing: SepOctAugNov
Windhoek quick facts
What to pack
Wet months (Jan): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Windhoek?
Sep, Oct, Aug, Nov.
What is the rainiest month?
Jan, about 91 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Dec, with average highs of 31.7°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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