Climate Insights for Keetmanshoop
Karas, Namibia
Climate Overview
The climate in Keetmanshoop is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 175 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 55 mm of rainfall. Keetmanshoop 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: January, December, February. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 8°C.The climate in Keetmanshoop is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 72°F and approximately 6.9 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 2.2 in of rainfall. Keetmanshoop 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: January, December, February. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 46°F.
Temperature
Temperatures in Keetmanshoop vary considerably across the year, with a 28°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. January is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 36°C and an average of 28°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 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 Keetmanshoop vary considerably across the year, with a 50°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. January is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 96°F and an average of 83°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 46°F and an average of 58°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 27°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 7°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Keetmanshoop is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 175 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 15 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 55 mm of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 1 mm. That's 54 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.Keetmanshoop is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 6.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.6 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 2.2 in of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 0 in. That's 2.1 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
Keetmanshoop is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 13km/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.Keetmanshoop is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 9mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 9mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 8mph, 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 Keetmanshoop is during April, May, June, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 5 mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 36°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 8°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Keetmanshoop is during April, May, June, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 67°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.2 in per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 96°F, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 46°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 Keetmanshoop 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 Keetmanshoop 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.