Climate Insights for Otjiwarongo
Otjozondjupa, Namibia
Climate Overview
The climate in Otjiwarongo is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 479 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 129 mm of rainfall. Otjiwarongo 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 8°C.The climate in Otjiwarongo is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 71°F and approximately 18.9 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 5.1 in of rainfall. Otjiwarongo 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 46°F.
Temperature
Temperatures in Otjiwarongo vary considerably across the year, with a 26°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 8°C and an average of 16°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 Otjiwarongo vary considerably across the year, with a 47°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 93°F and the mean temperature sits around 78°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 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
Otjiwarongo is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 479 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 40 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 129 mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 mm. That's 129 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.Otjiwarongo is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 18.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.6 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 5.1 in of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 in. That's 5.1 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
Otjiwarongo 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 March, 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, 12km/h in spring, 10km/h in summer, 10km/h in autumn.Otjiwarongo 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 March, 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 Otjiwarongo is during March, 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 15 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 Otjiwarongo is during March, April, May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 67°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.6 in per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 93°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 Otjiwarongo 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 Otjiwarongo 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.