Best time to go to Swakopmund Average weather of Swakopmund, Namibia

When is the best time to go to Swakopmund?

When is the best time to go to Swakopmund? Here's some information to help you in your decision:

The weather is good all year round in Swakopmund
On average, the warmest months are January, February, March, April, May, June, July and December
Swakopmund has dry periods in April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November
The best months for swimming are January, February, March and April

Annual weather in Swakopmund

Infographic of the best times to visit Swakopmund ©whereandwhen.net

Weather details in Swakopmund month by month

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Weather and climate in Swakopmund

Swakopmund enjoys a cold desert climate in accordance with the Köppen-Geiger classification. The yearly average maximum temperature in Swakopmund is 72°F (ranging from 70°F in september to 76°F in april). Annual rainfall is 4.3in, with a minimum of 0in in july and a maximum of 1.1in in february.

Between the months of january and july the climate is perfect. By early evening, the temperature averages 67°F and it rains about 0in each month.
In the month of august the climate is beautiful. The temperature rises to 70°F and, in august, 0 days of rain are expected.
Between the months of september and december the climate is very good. the thermometer goes up to 72°F°C and it rains in december about 0.5in.

Charts: temperature and rainfall in Swakopmund

In the charts below, you can see the following seasonal norms for the city of Swakopmund: the minimum and maximum outdoor temperature, the risk and amount of monthly rainfall, daily average sunshine, sea temperature, and relative humidity for each month of the year.

Outside temperature

Precipitation (rainfall)

Daily sunshine hours

Sea temperature

Humidity

Peak visitor numbers and tourist seasons in Swakopmund

Find out when Swakopmund has its high tourist season (the period when the influx of tourists is highest) and off-peak tourist season using our data and figures.

Tourist seasons in Swakopmund

Very low season in Swakopmund
The months with the lowest number of tourists are: February, March, May and June.
Low season in Swakopmund
The months with low numbers of tourists are: January, April, August, September, October and November.
High season in Swakopmund
The number of visitors to Swakopmund is high in: July.
Peak season in Swakopmund
The largest number of tourists visiting Swakopmund is during: December.

Figure: Visitor index for Swakopmund month by month

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