Weather radar Windhoek
Real-time precipitation radar · Khomas · Namibia
Windhoek climate table – average temperature, precipitation & sunshine hours
The climate table for Windhoek shows long-term monthly averages (2000–2023): average high and average low temperature in °C, monthly precipitation (mm), rainy days and sunshine hours per month. Data source: ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF) via the WDTEC Climate Archive.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg high (°C) | 30.2° | 29.4° | 28.9° | 27.3° | 25° | 21.8° | 22.5° | 25.9° | 29.5° | 31.6° | 31.8° | 31.9° |
| Avg low (°C) | 18.1° | 17.3° | 16.2° | 13° | 9.1° | 5.5° | 5.9° | 7.9° | 12° | 15.3° | 16.3° | 17.2° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 194 | 104 | 65 | 23 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 23 | 62 |
| Rainy days | 13 | 12 | 11 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 9 |
| Sunshine hours | 346 | 317 | 345 | 317 | 315 | 296 | 309 | 321 | 332 | 361 | 365 | 376 |
| Humidity | 53% | 58% | 55% | 50% | 43% | 39% | 33% | 24% | 21% | 24% | 31% | 37% |
Best time to visit Windhoek
The best time to visit Windhoek is typically September. In this month the average high is 29.5°C, precipitation is 1 mm and sunshine duration is 332 hours. The annual average high is 28°C, total annual precipitation is 483 mm (57 rainy days/year) and annual sunshine is 4000 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Windhoek
How up to date is the weather radar for Windhoek?
The weather radar for Windhoek is updated every 5 minutes with new radar data from the OPERA composite radar. A 2-hour forecast animation is also available. Rainfall probability, wind gusts and UV index are available up to 14 days in advance.
What weather data is available for Windhoek?
Besides the rain radar, RadarWeather provides for Windhoek: rainfall probability, thunderstorm warning (CAPE index), wind gusts, UV index, air pressure, humidity, dew point, sunshine hours, snow line and a 14-day forecast based on ICON-D2, ECMWF IFS and GFS.
When are thunderstorms expected in Windhoek?
The thunderstorm potential for Windhoek is calculated from the CAPE index and lightning potential. Active storm cells and severe weather warnings are visible on the radar map in real time. Thunderstorm warnings are issued automatically as soon as storm cells are detected near Windhoek.
What is the climate like in Windhoek?
Windhoek has an annual average high of 28°C. The warmest month is December (avg high 31.9°C), the coldest June (avg low 5.5°C). The wettest month is January with 194 mm, the driest June with 0 mm. Total annual precipitation is 483 mm (57 rainy days). Annual sunshine is 4000 hours.
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