Namibia Climate

The cold Benguela current keeps the coast of the Namib Desert cool, damp and free of rain for most of the year, with a thick coastal fog. Inland, all the rain falls in summer (November to April). January and February are the hottest months, when daytime temperatures in the interior can exceed 40ºC (104ºF), but nights are usually cool. Winter nights can be fairly cold, but days are generally warm and pleasant.

For visitors, Namibia is a year-round destination, although some may prefer to avoid the heat of high summer. The Fish River Canyon hiking route is closed from mid-September to mid-April. The weeks after the main rains in February and March are good for birdwatching, but less good for spotting game, as the animals are more dispersed than in the dry season.

Required Clothing

Light cottons, with slightly heavier cottons or light woollens for evening. Inland, shoes are essential during the day as the ground is very hot.

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