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Swakopmund

Visit in May — score 81/100 · avg high 89°F · 1 rainy days

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Monthly Travel Scores

How we score

January

78°/60°F
7 rain days
13.2h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

February

79°/61°F
6 rain days
12.8h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

March

87°/60°F
7 rain days
12.2h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

April

89°/56°F
6 rain days
11.5h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

May

#1
89°/55°F
1 rain days
10.9h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

June

86°/52°F
0 rain days
10.6h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

July

85°/51°F
0 rain days
10.7h daylight
High crowds
Average

August

85°/50°F
0 rain days
11.2h daylight
High crowds
Average

September

85°/51°F
0 rain days
11.9h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

October

77°/53°F
1 rain days
12.5h daylight
High crowds
Average

November

#3
76°/55°F
2 rain days
13.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

December

#2
74°/58°F
4 rain days
13.4h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

Monthly Weather Data

MonthScoreAvg °FHigh °FLow °FRain DaysPrecip (mm)DaylightCrowdsCost
January7567°78°60°72813.2hModerateBelow avg
February7667°79°61°62512.8hModerateBelow avg
March7567°87°60°72812.2hModerateBelow avg
April7267°89°56°62311.5hModerateAverage
May8166°89°55°1210.9hModerateAverage
June7363°86°52°0110.6hHighAbove avg
July7462°85°51°0110.7hHighAverage
August7160°85°50°0111.2hHighAverage
September7059°85°51°0211.9hHighAbove avg
October7460°77°53°1512.5hHighAverage
November8062°76°55°2913.1hModerateBelow avg
December8164°74°58°41713.4hModerateBelow avg

Seasonal Breakdown

Spring

Score
74/100
High
80°F
Low
53°F
Rain days
1/mo
Crowds
high

Spring in Swakopmund (September, October, November) brings average highs of 80°F and lows of 53°F, with about 1 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 74/100, with November being the strongest month of the season at 80/100.

Summer

Score
77/100
High
77°F
Low
60°F
Rain days
6/mo
Crowds
moderate

Summer in Swakopmund (December, January, February) brings average highs of 77°F and lows of 60°F, with about 6 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and budget-friendly accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 77/100, with December being the strongest month of the season at 81/100.

Fall

Score
76/100
High
88°F
Low
57°F
Rain days
4/mo
Crowds
moderate

Fall in Swakopmund (March, April, May) brings average highs of 88°F and lows of 57°F, with about 4 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 76/100, with May being the strongest month of the season at 81/100.

Winter

Score
72/100
High
85°F
Low
51°F
Rain days
0/mo
Crowds
high

Winter in Swakopmund (June, July, August) brings average highs of 85°F and lows of 51°F, with about 0 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and above average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 72/100, with July being the strongest month of the season at 74/100.

Crowd and cost data estimated from regional travel patterns for this destination.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month to visit Swakopmund?
The best month to visit Swakopmund is May, with an overall travel score of 81/100. Expect average highs of 89°F, about 1 rainy days, and moderate tourist crowds.
Is Swakopmund expensive in summer?
Summer prices in Swakopmund are relatively moderate, averaging 113% of the annual rate. The most affordable month is December.
What is the weather like in Swakopmund in December?
December in Swakopmund has average highs of 74°F and lows of 58°F, with approximately 4 rainy days and 13.4 hours of daylight. The overall travel score for December is 81/100.
When is the cheapest time to visit Swakopmund?
The most affordable time to visit Swakopmund is December, when accommodation prices are at their lowest. Tourist crowds are moderate in December, making it a good option if you prefer fewer tourists. The least favorable month overall is September (score: 70/100).

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