Climate guide for Namibe, Angola

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Namibe

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About Namibe

Namibe offers a striking transition between Angola's Atlantic coast and the northern edge of the Namib Desert. The city is the practical starting point for coastal viewpoints, desert geology, welwitschia country, Tômbwa, and longer expeditions toward places such as Iona National Park or Baía dos Tigres. Those remote journeys are not casual day drives: fuel, communications, permits, vehicle capability, and local knowledge matter. Use a qualified operator outside established roads and keep extra time for heat, fog, sand, and mechanical delays.

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Travel Tips

Best time & timing
Check monthly climate scores for Namibe before finalizing your trip dates for optimal outdoor comfort.
Getting around
Plan local transport and transfers in Namibe early, especially during peak travel months in Angola.
Packing advice
Pack layerable clothing suitable for sightseeing exploration in Namibe's climate conditions.

Things to do in Namibe

Namibe, Angola. Live activities and tours from GetYourGuide, matched to this destination.

When to visit Namibe: the short answer

The best time to visit Namibe is October, followed by September, November. Those months combine the most usable temperatures with the fewest lost days to rain: October averages 21°C with 1 mm of rain and about 31 sunny days. The months to avoid unless you have a specific reason are March, April. If budget matters more than perfect weather, March is the strongest of the low-rate months at 7.2/10.

Across the year Namibe swings from 17°C in August to 24°C in April, a 7-degree spread, while rainfall ranges from 0 mm in May to 98 mm in March. That is the whole planning problem in one sentence: Namibe is not equally good year-round, and the difference between the best and worst month here is 2.2 points on a 10-point scale.

Warmest month: April (24°C). Coolest: August (17°C). Driest: May (0 mm). Wettest: March (98 mm).

Namibe month by month

January in Namibe — the year's strongest window

Best window · 9.1/10

January averages 23°C (73°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.

Expect 24 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 31 sunny days and 12.8 daylight hours.

On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Namibe at 9.1/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.

Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here.

Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.

February in Namibe — reliably good (10th best month)

Good · 8.3/10

February averages 24°C (74°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.

Rainfall runs 46 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 28 sunny days and 12.5 hours of daylight.

It scores 8.3/10 here, 10th of 12 months, against 9.4/10 in the destination's best month.

Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.

Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.

March in Namibe — reliably good (12th best month)

Good · 7.2/10

March averages 24°C (74°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.

Rainfall runs 98 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 31 sunny days and 12.1 hours of daylight.

It scores 7.2/10 here, 12th of 12 months, against 9.4/10 in the destination's best month.

Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.

Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.

If your dates are flexible, October is materially better in Namibe — 2.2 points higher on the same scale.

April in Namibe — reliably good (11th best month)

Good · 8.3/10

April averages 24°C (75°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.

Expect 43 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 28 sunny days and 11.7 daylight hours.

It scores 8.3/10 here, 11th of 12 months, against 9.4/10 in the destination's best month.

Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.

Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.

May in Namibe — the year's strongest window

Best window · 9.1/10

May averages 23°C (73°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.

Rain is a non-issue at 0 mm for the month, with about 25 sunny days and 11.3 hours of daylight to work with.

On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Namibe at 9.1/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.

Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.

Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.

June in Namibe — the year's strongest window

Best window · 9.1/10

June averages 19°C (67°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.

Rain is a non-issue at 0 mm for the month, with about 19 sunny days and 11.1 hours of daylight to work with.

On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Namibe at 9.1/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.

Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.

Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.

July in Namibe — the year's strongest window

Best window · 9.1/10

July averages 18°C (65°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.

Rain is a non-issue at 0 mm for the month, with about 19 sunny days and 11.2 hours of daylight to work with.

On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Namibe at 9.1/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.

Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here.

Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.

August in Namibe — the year's strongest window

Best window · 9/10

August averages 17°C (63°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.

Expect 23 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 21 sunny days and 11.5 daylight hours.

On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Namibe at 9/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.

Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here.

Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.

September in Namibe — the year's strongest window

Best window · 9.2/10

September averages 18°C (65°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.

Rain is a non-issue at 4 mm for the month, with about 25 sunny days and 11.9 hours of daylight to work with.

On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Namibe at 9.2/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.

Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.

Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.

October in Namibe — the year's strongest window

Best window · 9.4/10

October averages 21°C (69°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.

Rain is a non-issue at 1 mm for the month, with about 31 sunny days and 12.4 hours of daylight to work with.

On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Namibe at 9.4/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.

Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.

Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.

November in Namibe — the year's strongest window

Best window · 9.2/10

November averages 23°C (73°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.

Rain is a non-issue at 5 mm for the month, with about 30 sunny days and 12.7 hours of daylight to work with.

On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Namibe at 9.2/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.

Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.

Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.

December in Namibe — the year's strongest window

Best window · 9.2/10

December averages 23°C (73°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.

Rain is a non-issue at 13 mm for the month, with about 31 sunny days and 12.9 hours of daylight to work with.

On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Namibe at 9.2/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.

Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here.

Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.

Frequently asked

When is the best time to visit Namibe, Angola?
In Ideal Weather mode, the best months to visit Namibe are October, September, November, December, January, May. October is the single peak month with an Ideal Weather score of 9.4/10 based on temperature, rainfall, humidity, daylight and historical sunny days.
What is the weather like in Namibe year-round?
Namibe has a climate profile suited to sightseeing and cultural travel. Average monthly temperatures range from 17°C in August to 24°C in April, with Ideal Weather scores between 7.2 and 9.4 out of 10.
Which months should I avoid in Namibe?
The lowest Ideal Weather-scoring months in Namibe are March (7.2/10), February (8.3/10), April (8.3/10). These months typically combine less comfortable temperatures, higher rainfall or fewer sunny days.
When is the rainy season in Namibe?
March is the wettest month in Namibe, averaging about 98 mm of rainfall. May is the driest, at roughly 0 mm.
Which is the sunniest month in Namibe?
January sees the most sun in Namibe, with about 31 sunny days on average - ideal for outdoor plans.
Is Namibe a good destination for sightseeing and cultural travel?
Namibe is well suited to sightseeing and cultural travel. Its highest Ideal Weather window (October, September, November, December, January, May) aligns with the conditions travelers usually look for in this style of trip.
How is the bestime.to score for Namibe calculated?
Each month receives an Ideal Weather score from 0-10 using ERA5 climate normals for Namibe: temperature comfort, precipitation, humidity, daylight hours, and historical sunny days - weighted for sightseeing and cultural travel.

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