Climate Insights for Khorixas

Kunene Region, Namibia

Hottest
October
34°C peak94°F peak
Coldest
July
12°C low53°F low
Wettest
March
88 mm rain3.5 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Khorixas is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 268 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 88 mm of rainfall. Khorixas 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, December. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 12°C.The climate in Khorixas is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 74°F and approximately 10.6 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 3.5 in of rainfall. Khorixas 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, December. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 53°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 33°Average: 25°Min: 18°FebMax: 33°Average: 25°Min: 19°MarMax: 32°Average: 25°Min: 19°AprMax: 32°Average: 24°Min: 18°MayMax: 30°Average: 23°Min: 16°JunMax: 27°Average: 19°Min: 12°JulMax: 27°Average: 19°Min: 12°AugMax: 30°Average: 21°Min: 12°SepMax: 33°Average: 23°Min: 15°OctMax: 34°Average: 25°Min: 17°NovMax: 34°Average: 25°Min: 18°DecMax: 34°Average: 25°Min: 18°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 91°FAverage: 76°FMin: 64°FFebMax: 91°FAverage: 77°FMin: 66°FMarMax: 90°FAverage: 77°FMin: 67°FAprMax: 89°FAverage: 76°FMin: 65°FMayMax: 86°FAverage: 73°FMin: 60°FJunMax: 81°FAverage: 67°FMin: 54°FJulMax: 81°FAverage: 67°FMin: 53°FAugMax: 86°FAverage: 69°FMin: 54°FSepMax: 91°FAverage: 74°FMin: 58°FOctMax: 94°FAverage: 77°FMin: 62°FNovMax: 94°FAverage: 78°FMin: 64°FDecMax: 93°FAverage: 77°FMin: 64°F
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Temperatures in Khorixas vary considerably across the year, with a 22°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 34°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 12°C and an average of 19°C. The average daily temperature swing is 16°C, meaning significant differences between daytime and nighttime temperatures. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Khorixas vary considerably across the year, with a 41°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 94°F and the mean temperature sits around 77°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 53°F and an average of 67°F. The average daily temperature swing is 28°F, meaning significant differences between daytime and nighttime temperatures. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 6°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 37mmFebPrecipitation: 70mmMarPrecipitation: 88mmAprPrecipitation: 23mmMayPrecipitation: 1mmJunPrecipitation: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 6mmNovPrecipitation: 13mmDecPrecipitation: 29mm
Precipitation
0in1in2in3in4inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 1.5inFebPrecipitation: 2.8inMarPrecipitation: 3.5inAprPrecipitation: 0.9inMayPrecipitation: 0inJunPrecipitation: 0inJulPrecipitation: 0inAugPrecipitation: 0inSepPrecipitation: 0inOctPrecipitation: 0.2inNovPrecipitation: 0.5inDecPrecipitation: 1.1in
Precipitation

Khorixas is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 268 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 22 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 88 mm of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 mm. That's 88 mm less than March, 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.Khorixas is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 10.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.9 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 3.5 in of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 in. That's 3.5 in less than March, 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

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 12km/hFebWind Speed: 11km/hMarWind Speed: 10km/hAprWind Speed: 11km/hMayWind Speed: 14km/hJunWind Speed: 16km/hJulWind Speed: 15km/hAugWind Speed: 12km/hSepWind Speed: 13km/hOctWind Speed: 13km/hNovWind Speed: 12km/hDecWind Speed: 12km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8mphFebWind Speed: 7mphMarWind Speed: 6mphAprWind Speed: 7mphMayWind Speed: 9mphJunWind Speed: 10mphJulWind Speed: 9mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 8mphDecWind Speed: 8mph
Wind Speed

Khorixas is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/h gap 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 14km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 12km/h in summer, 12km/h in autumn.Khorixas is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 10mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 6mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4mph gap 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 9mph in winter, 8mph in spring, 7mph in summer, 7mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan25°76°F
Feb25°77°F
Mar25°77°F
Apr24°76°F
May23°73°F
Jun19°67°F
Jul19°67°F
Aug21°69°F
Sep23°74°F
Oct25°77°F
Nov25°78°F
Dec25°77°F

The best time to visit Khorixas is during January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 25 mm per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 34°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Khorixas is during January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 73°F with modest rainfall averaging 1 in per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 94°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 Khorixas 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 Khorixas 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
18 °C64 °F
33 °C91 °F
12 km/h8 mph
37 mm1.5 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
19 °C66 °F
33 °C91 °F
11 km/h7 mph
70 mm2.8 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
19 °C67 °F
32 °C90 °F
10 km/h6 mph
88 mm3.5 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
18 °C65 °F
32 °C89 °F
11 km/h7 mph
23 mm0.9 in
0 cm0 in
May
16 °C60 °F
30 °C86 °F
14 km/h9 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
12 °C54 °F
27 °C81 °F
16 km/h10 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
12 °C53 °F
27 °C81 °F
15 km/h9 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
12 °C54 °F
30 °C86 °F
12 km/h8 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
15 °C58 °F
33 °C91 °F
13 km/h8 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
17 °C62 °F
34 °C94 °F
13 km/h8 mph
6 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
18 °C64 °F
34 °C94 °F
12 km/h8 mph
13 mm0.5 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
18 °C64 °F
34 °C93 °F
12 km/h8 mph
29 mm1.1 in
0 cm0 in