The best times to visit Luderitz for ideal weather are

October 8th to May 20th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Luderitz Travel Info

Weather in Luderitz

Temperature

Average temperatures in Luderitz vary somewhat. Considering humidity, temperatures feel very enjoyable all year with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is more temperate than most — in the 85th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Luderitz, the hottest months are February, January, and then March. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late March where highs are regularly around 84.4°F (29.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 57.3°F (14.1°C) at night.

Luderitz Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Luderitz Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Luderitz Perceived Temperature (F)

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Luderitz Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Luderitz Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 78.5 65.7 57.5
Feb 79 65.8 57.3
Mar 81.3 65.7 56
Apr 79.7 63.8 54.1
May 74.3 59.3 49.4
Jun 72 57.4 46.7
Jul 69.1 54.9 43.9
Aug 72.2 57.9 48.5
Sep 71.6 58 48.8
Oct 73 59.7 51
Nov 74.6 61.4 52.3
Dec 77 64.1 55.5

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 25.8 18.7 14.2
Feb 26.1 18.8 14.1
Mar 27.4 18.7 13.3
Apr 26.5 17.7 12.3
May 23.5 15.2 9.7
Jun 22.2 14.1 8.2
Jul 20.6 12.7 6.6
Aug 22.3 14.4 9.2
Sep 22 14.4 9.3
Oct 22.8 15.4 10.6
Nov 23.7 16.3 11.3
Dec 25 17.8 13.1

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Luderitz are January, February, and then April. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid August with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of August 13th.

When can you find snow in Luderitz? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Luderitz.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Luderitz (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 0% 0 0
Feb 0% 0 0
Mar 1% 0 0.3
Apr 0% 0 0
May 0% 0 0.1
Jun 0% 0 0.1
Jul 0% 0 0
Aug 2% 0 0.1
Sep 0% 0 0
Oct 0% 0 0
Nov 0% 0 0
Dec 0% 0 0

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 0 0 0
Feb 0 0 0
Mar 1 0 0.8
Apr 0 0 0
May 0 0 0.3
Jun 0 0 0.3
Jul 0 0 0
Aug 2 0 0.3
Sep 0 0 0
Oct 0 0 0
Nov 0 0 0
Dec 0 0 0

 

Humidity and Wind

Luderitz has some comfortably humid months, with slightly drier months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is July (43.1% relative humidity), and the most humid month is January (57.3%).

Wind in Luderitz is usually moderate. The windiest month is January, followed by December and November. January’s average wind speed of around 13.5 knots (15.5 MPH or 24.9 KPH) is considered “a moderate breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early January where average top sustained speeds reach 22.6 knots, which is considered a strong breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Luderitz.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 13.5 Significant breeze 21 Strong breeze
Feb 12 Significant breeze 19.1 Strong breeze
Mar 10.1 Gentle breeze 16.8 Strong breeze
Apr 9.3 Gentle breeze 15.6 Significant breeze
May 7.1 Gentle breeze 12.8 Strong breeze
Jun 7.2 Gentle breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
Jul 8.6 Gentle breeze 15 Strong breeze
Aug 9.6 Gentle breeze 15.7 Significant breeze
Sep 11.5 Significant breeze 18.6 Strong breeze
Oct 13 Significant breeze 20.1 Strong breeze
Nov 13.1 Significant breeze 20.2 Strong breeze
Dec 13.1 Significant breeze 20.2 Strong breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 57.3%
Feb 55.8%
Mar 54.1%
Apr 49.6%
May 54.5%
Jun 46.8%
Jul 43.1%
Aug 51%
Sep 53.7%
Oct 50.5%
Nov 52.1%
Dec 55.5%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Luderitz?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings for Namibia; exercise a high degree of caution. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 29, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Luderitz, Namibia is September, followed by April and August. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Luderitz in October. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 55 in October means 55% of the tourists vs. September.

 

 

Overall Luderitz Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 84.4°F (29.1°C) and 70.5°F (21.4°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is nonexistent with roughly 0 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Winter (June through August)

The middle-year months have comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 0 to 1 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Luderitz, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 75.9°F (24.4°C) and 70°F (21.1°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a trivial amount: approximately 0 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Luderitz to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 80.8°F (27.1°C) and 75.9°F (24.4°C). On average, it rains or snows a insignificant amount: consistently 0 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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