Best Time to Visit Windhoek, Khomas, Namibia
Windhoek is at its sunniest and driest in April–December.
The best time to visit Windhoek for sunny, dry weather is April–May and August–December — 7 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through May–November; the wetter half falls in December–April. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 13.6°C / 56.5°F in July to 23.8°C / 74.8°F in December, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in (July) to 90 mm / 3.5 in (January). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Windhoek, Khomas, Namibia's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Windhoek'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 | 18.9°C66°F | 33 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 16.2°C61.2°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 15.8°C60.4°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 19.1°C66.4°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 20.9°C69.6°F | 13 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| November | 22.7°C72.9°F | 19 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Warm |
| December | 23.8°C74.8°F | 34 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Windhoek?
The best time to visit Windhoek for sunny, dry weather is April, May, August, September, October, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is December averaging 23.8°C / 74.8°F, and the driest is July with about 0 mm / 0 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Windhoek's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Windhoek?
The rainy season at Windhoek, Khomas runs through December–April, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 19 mm / 0.7 in. The wettest single month is January (90 mm / 3.5 in).
What is the driest month in Windhoek?
The driest month in Windhoek is July, averaging about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 13.6°C / 56.5°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Windhoek?
The least comfortable months for travel to Windhoek — 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 90 mm / 3.5 in in January, and the coldest month averages 13.6°C / 56.5°F.
Is Windhoek climate different from Namibia overall?
Yes, usually. Our Windhoek 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 Windhoek specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.