Best Time to Visit Lüderitz, Karas, Namibia
Lüderitz is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Lüderitz for sunny, dry weather is January–December — 12 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through August–May; the wetter half falls in June–July. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 14.7°C / 58.5°F in August to 19.5°C / 67.1°F in January, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in (February) to 3 mm / 0.1 in (June). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Lüderitz, Karas, Namibia's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Lüderitz's climate is broadly mild oceanic. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19.5°C67.1°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 19.3°C66.7°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 18.6°C65.5°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| April | 17.8°C64°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 16.4°C61.5°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 15.6°C60.1°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 14.8°C58.6°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 14.7°C58.5°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 15.2°C59.4°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 16.4°C61.5°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 17.4°C63.3°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 18.6°C65.5°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Lüderitz?
The best time to visit Lüderitz for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is January averaging 19.5°C / 67.1°F, and the driest is February with about 0 mm / 0 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Lüderitz's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Lüderitz?
The rainy season at Lüderitz, Karas runs through June–July, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 2 mm / 0.1 in. The wettest single month is June (3 mm / 0.1 in).
What is the driest month in Lüderitz?
The driest month in Lüderitz is February, averaging about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 19.3°C / 66.7°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Lüderitz?
The least comfortable months for travel to Lüderitz — based on point-value climate at the city — are March, April, May, June, July, August, September. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 3 mm / 0.1 in in June, and the coldest month averages 14.7°C / 58.5°F.
Is Lüderitz climate different from Namibia overall?
Yes, usually. Our Lüderitz figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Namibia figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Lüderitz specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.