Climate Insights for Gobabis
Omaheke, Namibia
Climate Overview
The climate in Gobabis is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 371 mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 86 mm of rainfall. Gobabis is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: November, December, October. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 6°C.The climate in Gobabis is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 71°F and approximately 14.6 in of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 3.4 in of rainfall. Gobabis is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: November, December, October. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 43°F.
Temperature
Temperatures in Gobabis vary considerably across the year, with a 28°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 34°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 6°C and an average of 15°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Gobabis vary considerably across the year, with a 50°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 93°F and the mean temperature sits around 79°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 43°F and an average of 58°F. The average daily temperature swing is 28°F, meaning significant differences between daytime and nighttime temperatures. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 8°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Gobabis is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 371 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 31 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 86 mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0 mm. That's 86 mm less than February, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Gobabis is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 14.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.2 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 3.4 in of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0 in. That's 3.4 in less than February, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.
Wind
Gobabis is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Gobabis is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Gobabis is during March, April, May, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 18 mm per month. By contrast, November can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 34°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 6°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Gobabis is during March, April, May, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 69°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.7 in per month. By contrast, November can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 93°F, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 43°F. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Gobabis based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Gobabis based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.