December weather forecast
Namibia

December in Namibia is characterized by hot temperatures and the full onset of the summer rainy season. Temperatures across the country are typically high, ranging from 20°C (68°F) to 36°C (96.8°F). Rainfall increases significantly, with the average precipitation reaching about 60mm (2.36"), as the country is now in the throes of its summer rainy season.

In Windhoek, situated on the Central Plateau, December temperatures generally vary between 20°C (68°F) to 36°C (96.8°F). The city sees a further increase in rain showers, with afternoon thunderstorms becoming a common occurrence. Despite the rain, there are still many sunny intervals, but the weather is noticeably more humid.

The coastal cities of Swakopmund and Walvis Bay, influenced by the Benguela Current, continue to experience cooler temperatures. In these regions, December temperatures typically fluctuate between 17°C (62.6°F) to 26°C (78.8°F). The morning fog becomes a rarity as the warm summer weather dominates.

Compared to November, December in Namibia brings a substantial increase in rainfall and slightly higher temperatures, maintaining the hot and wet conditions characteristic of the summer season. As the country transitions from December into January, these climatic conditions persist, continuing the cycle of Namibia's weather pattern.

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• Windhoek - December »
  In Windhoek, Namibia, in December, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 49mm (1.93") of accumulated precipitation. In Windhoek in December, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 49mm (1.93") of accumulated precipitation.
• Swakopmund - December »
  In Swakopmund during December, the rain falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 5mm (0.2") of precipitation. In Swakopmund, Namibia, in December, the average water temperature is 16.7°C (62.1°F).
• Walvis Bay - December »
  December has the longest days of the year in Walvis Bay, Namibia, with an average of 13h and 30min of daylight. On the first day of December in Walvis Bay, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 19:33.
• Oshakati - December »
  The month with the longest days in Oshakati is December, with an average of 13h and 12min of daylight. With an average of 13h and 12min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Oshakati, Namibia.
• Rundu - December »
  With an average of 13h and 12min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Rundu, Namibia. In Rundu, in December, during 18.6 rainfall days, 69mm (2.72") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Otjiwarongo - December »
  In Otjiwarongo, December records the average highest temperatures, peaking at 34°C (93.2°F) and reaching a low of 16°C (60.8°F). December has the longest days of the year in Otjiwarongo, with an average of 13h and 18min of daylight.
• Luderitz - December »
  With an average of 13h and 48min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Luderitz, Namibia. On the first day of December in Luderitz sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 19:38.
• Tsumeb - December »
  The month with the longest days in Tsumeb is December, with an average of 13h and 18min of daylight. On the first day of December in Tsumeb sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 19:14.
• Katima Mulilo - December »
  The month with the longest days in Katima Mulilo is December, with an average of 13h and 12min of daylight. On the first day of December in Katima Mulilo, Namibia, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 18:44.
• Gobabis - December »
  On the last day of December, in Gobabis, Namibia, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 19:31 CAT. December serves as a wrap-up for the year-long weather cycle in Gobabis, ending on the high note of soaring temperatures, substantial rainfall, and extensive daylight hours.
• Keetmanshoop - December »
  The month with the longest days in Keetmanshoop, Namibia, is December, with an average of 13h and 48min of daylight. The months with the highest UV index in Keetmanshoop, Namibia, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.