December · Namibia
Best time to visit Walvis Bay in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Walvis Bay in December
Average temperature 18°C, 13 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 83% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
9.4/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 18°C
- Rainfall
- 13 mm
- Humidity
- 83%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Walvis Bay scores 9.4/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 18°C, 13 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Walvis Bay is Namibia's harbour town, known for its flamingo lagoon, dunes and trips to Sandwich Harbour.
December is one of the strongest months in Walvis Bay (6th)
Temperatures hover around 18°C (64°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
At just 13 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.4 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Walvis Bay at 9.4/10 (6th of 12), just behind November at 9.5/10.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Walvis Bay in December?
- In December, Walvis Bay averages 18°C, 13 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.4/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Walvis Bay?
- December earns a 9.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Walvis Bay in December?
- Expect about 13 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 83% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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