Best Time to Visit Otavi, Otjozondjupa, Namibia
Otavi is at its sunniest and driest in April–November.
The best time to visit Otavi for sunny, dry weather is April–November — 8 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through April–October; the wetter half falls in November–March. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 14.6°C / 58.3°F in June to 24°C / 75.2°F in November, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in (July) to 134 mm / 5.3 in (January). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Otavi, Otjozondjupa, Namibia's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Otavi's climate is broadly seasonal. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| April | 20.5°C68.9°F | 35 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| May | 17.3°C63.1°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 14.6°C58.3°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 14.7°C58.5°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 17.3°C63.1°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 21.7°C71.1°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| October | 23.7°C74.7°F | 19 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Warm |
| November | 24°C75.2°F | 36 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Otavi?
The best time to visit Otavi for sunny, dry weather is April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November. At the city itself, the warmest month is November averaging 24°C / 75.2°F, and the driest is July with about 0 mm / 0 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Otavi's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Otavi?
The rainy season at Otavi, Otjozondjupa runs through November–March, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 35 mm / 1.4 in. The wettest single month is January (134 mm / 5.3 in).
What is the driest month in Otavi?
The driest month in Otavi is July, averaging about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 14.7°C / 58.5°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Otavi?
The least comfortable months for travel to Otavi — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, May, June, July, August. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 134 mm / 5.3 in in January, and the coldest month averages 14.6°C / 58.3°F.
Is Otavi climate different from Namibia overall?
Yes, usually. Our Otavi 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 Otavi specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.