Weather in Windhoek
What's the weather like in Windhoek?
Windhoek has a moderate climate and low overall rainfall. Average daytime highs range from 30°C (85°F) in January to 21°C (70°F) in July, with overnight lows around 18°C (64°F) and 7°C (44°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Windhoek are March through August.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇳🇦 Namibia
- Region
- Africa
- Time zone
- Africa/Windhoek
- Coordinates
- -22.561, 17.066
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C / 85°F | 18°C / 64°F | 98 mm | 14 | — |
| February | 29°C / 83°F | 17°C / 62°F | 70 mm | 13 | — |
| March | 27°C / 81°F | 16°C / 60°F | 54 mm | 14 | — |
| April | 26°C / 78°F | 14°C / 56°F | 19 mm | 7 | — |
| May | 24°C / 75°F | 11°C / 51°F | 1 mm | 1 | — |
| June | 21°C / 70°F | 7°C / 45°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
| July | 21°C / 70°F | 7°C / 44°F | 0 mm | 1 | — |
| August | 25°C / 77°F | 9°C / 49°F | 0 mm | 1 | — |
| September | 29°C / 83°F | 13°C / 55°F | 1 mm | 1 | — |
| October | 31°C / 87°F | 16°C / 60°F | 7 mm | 4 | — |
| November | 31°C / 88°F | 16°C / 62°F | 9 mm | 6 | — |
| December | 31°C / 87°F | 17°C / 63°F | 43 mm | 10 | — |
Windhoek by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Windhoek?
The most comfortable months in Windhoek are usually May, June, July, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Windhoek?
November is typically the hottest month in Windhoek, averaging a high of 31°C (88°F).
What is the coldest month in Windhoek?
July is usually the coldest, with average lows around 7°C (44°F).
Does it snow in Windhoek?
Snow is rare in Windhoek; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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