Climate Insights for Grootfontein
Otjozondjupa, Namibia
Climate Overview
The climate in Grootfontein is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 690 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 181 mm of rainfall. Grootfontein 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: October, November, September. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 8°C.The climate in Grootfontein is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 71°F and approximately 27.2 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 7.1 in of rainfall. Grootfontein 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: October, November, September. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 46°F.
Temperature
Temperatures in Grootfontein vary considerably across the year, with a 25°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 8°C and an average of 15°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°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 Grootfontein vary considerably across the year, with a 46°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 92°F and the mean temperature sits around 79°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 46°F and an average of 60°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 24°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 8°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Grootfontein is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 690 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 57 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 181 mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 mm. That's 181 mm less than January, 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.Grootfontein is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 27.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.2 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 7.1 in of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 in. That's 7.1 in less than January, 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
Grootfontein is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 12km/h in winter, 11km/h in spring, 9km/h in summer, 10km/h in autumn.Grootfontein is mildly breezy, 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 October, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 6mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 7mph in winter, 7mph in spring, 6mph in summer, 6mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Grootfontein is during April, May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 8 mm per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 33°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Grootfontein is during April, May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 66°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.3 in per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 92°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 Grootfontein 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 Grootfontein 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.