Climate Insights for Maltahöhe

, Hardap, Namibia

Hottest
December
34°C peak
Coldest
July
6°C low
Wettest
January
49mm rain
Best to Visit
April, May, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Maltahöhe is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 143mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 49mm of rainfall. Maltahöhe 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: December, January, November. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 6°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 34° Average: 27° Min: 21° Feb Max: 33° Average: 27° Min: 20° Mar Max: 32° Average: 25° Min: 19° Apr Max: 29° Average: 22° Min: 15° May Max: 27° Average: 19° Min: 11° Jun Max: 23° Average: 14° Min: 7° Jul Max: 22° Average: 14° Min: 6° Aug Max: 25° Average: 16° Min: 8° Sep Max: 29° Average: 20° Min: 12° Oct Max: 32° Average: 24° Min: 16° Nov Max: 33° Average: 25° Min: 17° Dec Max: 34° Average: 27° Min: 20°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Maltahöhe vary considerably across the year, with a 28°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is December, when average highs reach 34°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 6°C and an average of 14°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 49mm Feb Precipitation: 39mm Mar Precipitation: 25mm Apr Precipitation: 9mm May Precipitation: 1mm Jun Precipitation: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 1mm Aug Precipitation: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 4mm Nov Precipitation: 4mm Dec Precipitation: 10mm
Precipitation

Maltahöhe is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 143mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 12mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 49mm of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 0mm. That's 49mm 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

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h 25km/h 30km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 24km/h Feb Wind Speed: 24km/h Mar Wind Speed: 23km/h Apr Wind Speed: 20km/h May Wind Speed: 20km/h Jun Wind Speed: 21km/h Jul Wind Speed: 21km/h Aug Wind Speed: 23km/h Sep Wind Speed: 25km/h Oct Wind Speed: 26km/h Nov Wind Speed: 28km/h Dec Wind Speed: 28km/h
Wind Speed

Maltahöhe is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 23km/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 28km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 20km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 8km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 21km/h in winter, 26km/h in spring, 25km/h in summer, 21km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

89 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Maltahöhe, which began on March 20, 2026. Maltahöhe is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed — spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in December at around 34°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 6°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 12 to 33°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 8mm for the entire season. Winds are strong, averaging 26km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 20 to 34°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 98mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. Winds are strong, averaging 25km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 11 to 32°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 34mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 21km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 6 to 25°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 2mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 21km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 27°
Feb 27°
Mar 25°
Apr 22°
May 19°
Jun 14°
Jul 14°
Aug 16°
Sep 20°
Oct 24°
Nov 25°
Dec 27°

The best time to visit Maltahöhe is during April, May, 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 3mm per month. By contrast, December 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.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Maltahöhe 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
21 °C
34 °C
24 km/h
49 mm
0 cm
Feb
20 °C
33 °C
24 km/h
39 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
19 °C
32 °C
23 km/h
25 mm
0 cm
Apr
15 °C
29 °C
20 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
May
11 °C
27 °C
20 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Jun
7 °C
23 °C
21 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Jul
6 °C
22 °C
21 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Aug
8 °C
25 °C
23 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Sep
12 °C
29 °C
25 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Oct
16 °C
32 °C
26 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Nov
17 °C
33 °C
28 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Dec
20 °C
34 °C
28 km/h
10 mm
0 cm
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