The best times to visit Omaruru for ideal weather are

March 26th to May 20th

or

July 9th to September 30th

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

 

 


Other Omaruru Travel Info

Weather in Omaruru

Temperature

Average temperatures in Omaruru vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some hot weeks in the summer, with a very low chance of precipitation throughout the year. The area is more temperate than most — in the 66th 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 Omaruru, the hottest months are October, November, and then December. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early October where highs are regularly around 94.1°F (34.5°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 67.8°F (19.9°C) at night.

Omaruru Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Omaruru 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.

Omaruru Perceived Temperature (F)

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Omaruru Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Omaruru 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 85.1 73.4 66.5
Feb 82.5 72.3 63.2
Mar 83.7 70.5 61.8
Apr 81.6 68.2 58.8
May 76.3 61.4 48.3
Jun 76.6 58.2 41.1
Jul 74 62 49
Aug 81.4 65.4 49.5
Sep 89.1 74.5 57.8
Oct 92 78.1 62.1
Nov 91.1 76.7 61.7
Dec 88.4 75.4 64.5

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 29.5 23 19.2
Feb 28.1 22.4 17.3
Mar 28.7 21.4 16.6
Apr 27.6 20.1 14.9
May 24.6 16.3 9.1
Jun 24.8 14.6 5.1
Jul 23.3 16.7 9.4
Aug 27.4 18.6 9.7
Sep 31.7 23.6 14.3
Oct 33.3 25.6 16.7
Nov 32.8 24.8 16.5
Dec 31.3 24.1 18.1

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Omaruru are February, March, 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 February. For example, on the week of February 5th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid December with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of December 10th.

When can you find snow in Omaruru? 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 Omaruru.

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Snow on the Ground

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

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Snow depth

Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 12% 0 2.1
Feb 0% 0 0
Mar 0% 0 0
Apr 0% 0 0
May 0% 0 0
Jun 0% 0 0
Jul 0% 0 0
Aug 0% 0 0
Sep 0% 0 0
Oct 0% 0 0
Nov 0% 0 0
Dec 18% 0 9.7

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 12 0 5.3
Feb 0 0 0
Mar 0 0 0
Apr 0 0 0
May 0 0 0
Jun 0 0 0
Jul 0 0 0
Aug 0 0 0
Sep 0 0 0
Oct 0 0 0
Nov 0 0 0
Dec 18 0 24.6

 

Humidity and Wind

Omaruru has some humid months, with some extremely dry months. The least humid month is October (8.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is January (66.6%).

Wind in Omaruru is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is July, followed by October and December. July’s average wind speed of around 4 knots (4.5 MPH or 7.3 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late September where average top sustained speeds reach 9 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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Wind

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

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Max Sustained Wind
Average Daily Wind

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 3.4 Barely noticeable 6.7 Light breeze
Feb 3.7 Barely noticeable 7.8 Gentle breeze
Mar 3.2 Barely noticeable 7.6 Light breeze
Apr 3.1 Barely noticeable 6.8 Light breeze
May 3 Barely noticeable 6.7 Light breeze
Jun 3.4 Barely noticeable 7.2 Gentle breeze
Jul 4 Light breeze 7.4 Light breeze
Aug 3.7 Barely noticeable 7.3 Gentle breeze
Sep 3.8 Barely noticeable 7.9 Light breeze
Oct 3.9 Barely noticeable 8 Gentle breeze
Nov 3.6 Barely noticeable 7.8 Light breeze
Dec 3.8 Barely noticeable 8.2 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 66.6%
Feb 60.9%
Mar 64.8%
Apr 60.9%
May 40.6%
Jun 40.7%
Jul 21.5%
Aug 12.9%
Sep 9.3%
Oct 8.3%
Nov 19.3%
Dec 50.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Omaruru?

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 Omaruru, 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 Omaruru 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 Omaruru Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 85°F (29.4°C) and 69°F (20.6°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 least precipitation with about 0 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Omaruru, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 94.1°F (34.5°C) and 87.6°F (30.9°C), which will feel very nice 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 Omaruru to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 90.8°F (32.7°C) and 78.9°F (26.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 0 to 6 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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