Best Time to Visit Swakopmund, Erongo, Namibia
Swakopmund is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Swakopmund 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 May and July–December; the wetter half falls in June and January–April. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 15.6°C / 60.1°F in August to 20.9°C / 69.6°F in January, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in (July) to 6 mm / 0.2 in (March). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Swakopmund, Erongo, Namibia's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Swakopmund'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 | 20.9°C69.6°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| February | 20.9°C69.6°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| March | 20.2°C68.4°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| April | 19.4°C66.9°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 18°C64.4°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 17°C62.6°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 16°C60.8°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 15.6°C60.1°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 16°C60.8°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 17.3°C63.1°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 18.2°C64.8°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 19.2°C66.6°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Swakopmund?
The best time to visit Swakopmund 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 20.9°C / 69.6°F, and the driest is July with about 0 mm / 0 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Swakopmund's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Swakopmund?
The rainy season at Swakopmund, Erongo runs through June and January–April, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 1 mm / 0 in. The wettest single month is March (6 mm / 0.2 in).
What is the driest month in Swakopmund?
The driest month in Swakopmund is July, averaging about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 16°C / 60.8°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Swakopmund?
The least comfortable months for travel to Swakopmund — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, June, July, August, September. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 6 mm / 0.2 in in March, and the coldest month averages 15.6°C / 60.1°F.
Is Swakopmund climate different from Namibia overall?
Yes, usually. Our Swakopmund 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 Swakopmund specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.