April · Namibia
Best time to visit Etosha National Park in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Etosha National Park in April
Average temperature 26°C, 25 mm of rain, about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 45% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
7.9/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 25 mm
- Humidity
- 45%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 26
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
April in Etosha National Park scores 7.9/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 26°C, 25 mm of rain, and roughly 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Etosha National Park in northern Namibia circles a salt pan, with self-drive game viewing and floodlit waterholes.
April holds up well in Etosha National Park — 5th best month
Trail conditions at 26°C (78°F) favour early starts and shaded routes in April; midday is for water breaks, not for exposed climbs.
With around 25 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.6 hours of daylight fill the rest.
That is 7.9/10 on the same scale — 5th of 12 months, versus 9.3/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Etosha National Park in April?
- In April, Etosha National Park averages 26°C, 25 mm of rain, and about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.9/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Etosha National Park?
- April earns a 7.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Etosha National Park in April?
- Expect about 25 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 45% and there are about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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