Climate guide for Windhoek, Namibia

Windhoek in February

Weather, crowds & best time to visit

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February · Namibia

Best time to visit Windhoek in February Weather, crowds & prices

Weather in Windhoek in February

Average temperature 22°C, 143 mm of rain, about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 58% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).

February score

8.4/10

Ranked #9 of 12 months

Full year for Windhoek
Avg temp
22°C
Rainfall
143 mm
Humidity
58%
Days with 6h+ sun
28
Crowd Density
Moderate Crowds
Average Expenses
$$ · Moderate Cost ($$)

February in Windhoek scores 8.4/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 22°C, 143 mm of rain, and roughly 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.

Windhoek's German-era buildings, markets and beer gardens sit on Namibia's central plateau.

February holds up well in Windhoek — 9th best month

February averages 22°C (72°F) — warm for the outdoors: start trails early, use shaded routes at midday, and carry more water than you think you need.

Monthly rainfall reaches 143 mm — wet for this destination — but about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.

It scores 8.4/10 here, 9th of 12 months, against 9.7/10 in the destination's best month.

Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.

Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.

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Frequently asked

What is the weather like in Windhoek in February?
In February, Windhoek averages 22°C, 143 mm of rain, and about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.4/10.
Is February a good time to visit Windhoek?
February earns a 8.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
How much does it rain in Windhoek in February?
Expect about 143 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 58% and there are about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

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