Best Time to Visit Tsumeb, Oshikoto, Namibia
Tsumeb is at its sunniest and driest in April–October.
The best time to visit Tsumeb for sunny, dry weather is April–October — 7 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 16.2°C / 61.2°F in June to 25.4°C / 77.7°F in October, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in (July) to 131 mm / 5.2 in (January). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Tsumeb, Oshikoto, Namibia's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Tsumeb's climate is broadly Mediterranean-style. 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 | 21.8°C71.2°F | 34 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| May | 18.7°C65.7°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 16.2°C61.2°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 16.2°C61.2°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 19°C66.2°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 23.4°C74.1°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 25.4°C77.7°F | 22 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Tsumeb?
The best time to visit Tsumeb for sunny, dry weather is April, May, June, July, August, September, October. At the city itself, the warmest month is October averaging 25.4°C / 77.7°F, and the driest is July with about 0 mm / 0 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Tsumeb's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Tsumeb?
The rainy season at Tsumeb, Oshikoto runs through November–March, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 34 mm / 1.3 in. The wettest single month is January (131 mm / 5.2 in).
What is the driest month in Tsumeb?
The driest month in Tsumeb is July, averaging about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 16.2°C / 61.2°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Tsumeb?
The least comfortable months for travel to Tsumeb — 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 131 mm / 5.2 in in January, and the coldest month averages 16.2°C / 61.2°F.
Is Tsumeb climate different from Namibia overall?
Yes, usually. Our Tsumeb 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 Tsumeb specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.