Climate Insights for Oshakati

The climate in Oshakati is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 505mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 145mm of rainfall. Oshakati 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 12°C.

Temperatures in Oshakati vary considerably across the year, with a 23°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. October is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 35°C and an average of 28°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 12°C and an average of 19°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.

Oshakati is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 505mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 42mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 145mm of rainfall. March and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0mm. That's 145mm less than February, 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.

Oshakati is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

It is currently winter in Oshakati, which began on June 21, 2026. Oshakati 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 October at around 35°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 12°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 91 days from now.

The best time to visit Oshakati is during April, May, June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 6mm per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 35°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Oshakati 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.