December · Namibia
Best time to visit Etosha National Park in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Etosha National Park in December
Average temperature 29°C, 48 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 36% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
6.6/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 29°C
- Rainfall
- 48 mm
- Humidity
- 36%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
December in Etosha National Park scores 6.6/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 29°C, 48 mm of rain, and roughly 31 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.
December in Etosha National Park: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
December averages 29°C (85°F), so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
Rainfall runs 48 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.1 hours of daylight.
It scores 6.6/10 here, 10th of 12 months, against 9.3/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a packable rain layer, footwear you can get muddy.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? May scores 2.7 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Etosha National Park in December?
- In December, Etosha National Park averages 29°C, 48 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.6/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Etosha National Park?
- December earns a 6.6/10 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 December?
- Expect about 48 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 36% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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