Which is the hottest month in Swakopmund?

The hottest time of year in Swakopmund is normally February. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 23°C.

Does it ever rain in Swakopmund?

It never rains much in Swakopmund but March usually has the most rain with an average of 6mm. There are normally 2 days in March with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Swakopmund?

The sunniest time of year in Swakopmund is normally June with bright sunshine on average for 67% of daylight hours; that's 7 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Swakopmund?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Swakopmund in February when the water temperature reaches 18°C.

Best time to visit Swakopmund

Q: When is the best time to visit Swakopmund?

The best time to visit Swakopmund is May, June, July, October, November and December based on the following average weather conditions. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

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When is the best time to visit Swakopmund?

The best time to visit Swakopmund is May, June, July, October, November and December based on the following average weather conditions.

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The weather guide for Namibia (Swakopmund) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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