Monthly climate averages for Windhoek, Namibia. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
BSh Hot Semi-Arid
Climate OverviewWindhoek, Namibia in August has warm conditions, with highs averaging 25°C (77°F). Rain is rare, falling on about 0 days this month. Temperatures drop noticeably between day and night.
This month falls at the end of Winter.
Daily highs in August gradually rise from around 23°C (74°F) at the start to 26°C (79°F) by month's end.
Expect around 10.1h of sunshine at the start of August, increasing to 10.7h by the end.
The warmest days tend to fall around the 31th, averaging 27°C (81°F).
Compared to July, this month is about 4°C warmer with 0 fewer rainy days. Temperatures will rise further into September.
Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)
Daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) are ideal for full-day outdoor exploration.
Rain is uncommon in this month, so most days stay dry from morning through evening.
1 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.
| Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C / 18°C | 31°C / 17°C | 10days (133 mm) Wet | 11.5h Excellent | 48% Moderate | 9.7 Very High | Good | View Details |
| February | 29°C / 17°C | 30°C / 17°C | 12days (119 mm) Wet | 11.2h Excellent | 55% Moderate | 9.4 Very High | Good | View Details |
| March | 28°C / 16°C | 28°C / 16°C | 11days (72 mm) Wet | 11h Excellent | 54% Moderate | 8.5 Very High | Good | View Details |
| April best | 26°C / 14°C | 25°C / 12°C | 4days (25 mm) Good | 10.6h Excellent | 49% Moderate | 7.5 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| May | 24°C / 11°C | 21°C / 8°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 10.1h Excellent | 38% Comfortable | 6.3 High | Excellent | View Details |
| June | 21°C / 7°C | 17°C / 3°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 9.9h Good | 36% Comfortable | 5.7 High | Good | View Details |
| July | 21°C / 7°C | 17°C / 3°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10h Excellent | 32% Comfortable | 6 High | Fair | View Details |
| August | 25°C / 9°C | 21°C / 5°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10.4h Excellent | 23% Comfortable | 7.1 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 29°C / 12°C | 26°C / 8°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 11.1h Excellent | 19% Comfortable | 8.4 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| October best | 31°C / 15°C | 29°C / 11°C | 2days (7 mm) Excellent | 11.6h Excellent | 22% Comfortable | 9.5 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| November best | 32°C / 17°C | 30°C / 14°C | 4days (17 mm) Good | 12.2h Excellent | 27% Comfortable | 9.9 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| December | 31°C / 17°C | 31°C / 16°C | 8days (64 mm) Wet | 12h Excellent | 37% Comfortable | 9.7 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
Summer clothing like shorts, t-shirts, and sundresses will be comfortable. Bring a light cardigan for air-conditioned spaces.
Temperatures drop significantly at night, so pack layers you can add or remove throughout the day.
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