Climate and monthly weather forecastHochfeld, Namibia
Climate and monthly weather forecast
The climate of Hochfeld
Notably situated within a subtropical steppe region, Hochfeld, Namibia falls within the BSh Köppen climate classification. Distinctly dry and predominantly warm, the weather follows a predictable cycle throughout the year.Across all twelve months, Hochfeld usually sees daily high temperatures fluctuating from 19.7°C (67.5°F) to 29.5°C (85.1°F), and low temperatures ranging from 5.6°C (42.1°F) to 18.6°C (65.5°F). While minimal variations in relative humidity can be observed, a suggestive inclination towards dryer months is noticeable with humidity percentage from 19% to 53%. Furthermore, the months of June, July, and August remarkably experience the lowest humidity at around 35%.
Predictable rainfall patterns can be observed throughout the year in Hochfeld. The region almost completely lacks rainfall between June and September with 0mm (0") rainfall registered. Contrarily, February signifies the presence of most rainfall, with an accumulating 93mm (3.66") on average over approximately 15 days. Sunshine hours range from 9.5 to 10.8 hours per day, indicating a significant amount of sunlight exposure across the year, with December leading the pack.
The best time to visit Hochfeld
Travelers seeking a drier climate with plenty of sunshine should plan a trip to Hochfeld between May and September. Humidity is relatively the lowest during these months, combined with lower chances of rainfall. Furthermore, while the average daily temperature fluctuates between 20.3°C (68.5°F) and 22.7°C (72.9°F), the weather remains favorable, due to an excess of sunshine amounting to 9.8 hours per day on average.The worst time to visit Hochfeld
With the highest rainfall and relative humidity, February might present a less favorable time to visit Hochfeld. Expect an average of 93mm (3.66") of rain spread out over 15 days. The associated humidity level of 51% coupled with an average high temperature of 27.5°C (81.5°F) might result in an atmosphere of discomfort for some visitors.Spring weather in Hochfeld
Between September and November, Spring weather prevails in Hochfeld. This period experiences a gradual rise in average temperature from 23.6°C (74.5°F) to 29.4°C (84.9°F) with comparably lower precipitation. In November, rainfall begins to increase, reaching 23mm (0.91") over 7.6 days, while still maintaining an ample amount of sunlight at 10.8 hours per day. The wind speed also shows a significant rise, peaking at 12.7km/h (7.9mph) in November.Summer weather in Hochfeld
December marks the advent of Summer in Hochfeld, extending through to February. The daily temperature during these months remains high, with the warmest month recorded in January with 28.8°C (83.8°F). Accompanied by increased precipitation, especially in February with 93mm (3.66"), the highest all year, these months also record relatively high humidity.Autumn weather in Hochfeld
Running from March to May, Autumn in Hochfeld is characterized by a steady reduction in temperatures and rainfall. The highest temperature recorded during this season is in March with 26.3°C (79.3°F), which seasonally declines to 22.7°C (72.9°F) by the end of May. Although the rainfall reduces from 42mm (1.65") to 1mm (0.04"), the relative humidity level shows a small increase.Winter weather in Hochfeld
The Winter season in Hochfeld spans from June to August. The prevalent weather features include the lowest recorded temperatures of the year, the minimal rainfall, and the lowest relative humidity. The temperatures exhibit a narrow margin between 19.7°C (67.5°F) and 20.3°C (68.5°F), contributing to colder nights with temperatures plummeting to as low as 5.6°C (42.1°F) in July. Albeit the colder temperatures, the Winter months also register a significantly high number of sunshine hours reaching 9.8 hours per day.Weather in January
The new year begins with mild temperatures in Hochfeld, Namibia, with a gradual decline as the month progresses. Relative humidity is moderate at 42%, creating a reasonably comfortable atmosphere. An interesting feature is the higher pressure levels, averaging 1010.7mb, compared to other months. Weather in January »Weather in February
February ushers in Hochfeld's rainy season, with rainfall almost twice that of January, peaking at 93mm (3.66"). As a result, February has a higher number of rainy days, with precipitation felt on around 15 days. Temperatures drop slightly from January, yet remain warm overall. Weather in February »Weather in March
Weather conditions ease in March, with both rainfall levels and rainy days decreasing. A decrease in temperatures is noticeable compared to February, yet the atmosphere remains relatively warm. Despite the slight drop in pressure to 1013.6mb, the cloud cover decreases to 21%, emphasizing the predominance of clear skies. Weather in March »Weather in April
April is a transitional month, with weather patterns indicating the start of the dry season. Rainfall significantly decreases to a mere 20mm (0.79"), resulting in fewer rainy days. Visibly, April has more sunshine-filled days relative to March, accentuating its reputation as a Savannah climate region. Weather in April »Weather in May
May marks the beginning of the dry season in Hochfeld, with rainfall becoming virtually non-existent, tapering off to just 1mm (0.04"). This drastic decline in precipitation leads to a significant increase in the number of sunny days, making it the driest month in Hochfeld's annual calendar. Weather in May »Weather in June
June continues the dry trend, with rainfall becoming virtually absent and the number of rainy days dropping to an almost imperceptible 0.2 days. The distinctive decrease in temperatures from May to a lower level in June signifies the start of winter in Hochfeld. Weather in June »Weather in July
July maintains the trend of zero rainfall, being one of the driest months. Temperatures continue to drop, reaching their annual low, signifying the peak of the winter season in Hochfeld. The UV index remains at 4, while the hours of sunlight increase slightly from June. Weather in July »Weather in August
August indicates the impending arrival of spring, with temperatures starting to rise from the winter lows of July. Despite a slight increase in temperatures, rainfall remains negligible, maintaining August's status as part of the dry season. Weather in August »Weather in September
September begins with an incremental rise in both temperature and rainfall, indicating the gradual transition from the dry to the wet season. However, rainfall remains significantly low at only 2mm (0.08"), maintaining the arid conditions of the months before. Weather in September »Weather in October
October sees further rises in temperature and rainfall, heralding the return of the wet season in Hochfeld. Rainfall in October, at 11mm (0.43"), exceeds that in September, while the number of rainy days also slightly increases. Weather in October »Weather in November
The late spring month of November continues with the upward trend in temperature and rainfall. Rainfall doubles from October to November, reaching 23mm (0.91"), making it a notable month for rainfall in Hochfeld. The wind speed regulates to a comfortable average of 12.2km/h (7.6mph), contrasting with higher speeds in the earlier months. Weather in November »Weather in December
December represents the culmination of the year with similar weather conditions to November. The month maintains high rainfall levels of 58mm (2.28"), making it the second wettest month of the year. Despite the increased precipitation, Hochfeld experiences its peak temperatures during December, coupled with slightly shorter daylight hours compared to November. Weather in December »Updated: Jun 4, 2024
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Frequently asked questions
In Hochfeld, during the entire year, the rain falls for 78 days and collects up to 298mm (11.73") of precipitation.
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
The month with the most rainfall in Hochfeld is February, when the rain falls for 15.1 days and typically aggregates up to 93mm (3.66") of precipitation.
February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.3h of sunshine.
With an average relative humidity of 53%, March is the most humid month.
June through August are months without rainfall.
June has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 48min of daylight.
June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index.
With average high and low temperatures of 19.7°C (67.5°F) and 5.6°C (42.1°F) respectively, July is Hochfeld's coldest month.
With an average relative humidity of 19%, September is the least humid month.
Months with rainfall are January through May, September through December.
Hochfeld's warmest weather arrives in October, when temperatures average a high of 29.5°C (85.1°F) and a low of 16.1°C (61°F).
With an average of 10.8h of sunshine, November has the most sunshine of the year.
The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 13h and 24min of daylight.
Hochfeld does not observe Daylight Saving Time (DST). CAT timezone is used over the entire year.
Average temperature
Hochfeld, Namibia
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (29.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (19.7°C).
The month with the highest average low temperature is December (18.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.6°C).
Average pressure
Hochfeld, Namibia
- Average pressure in January:
1010.7mbar - Average pressure in February:
1011.4mbar - Average pressure in March:
1013.6mbar - Average pressure in April:
1016.2mbar - Average pressure in May:
1018.5mbar - Average pressure in June:
1020.8mbar
- Average pressure in July:
1021.7mbar - Average pressure in August:
1018.9mbar - Average pressure in September:
1016.3mbar - Average pressure in October:
1013.4mbar - Average pressure in November:
1011.9mbar - Average pressure in December:
1010.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1021.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.7mbar).
Average wind speed
Hochfeld, Namibia
- Average wind speed in January:
10.9km/h - Average wind speed in February:
10.1km/h - Average wind speed in March:
9.7km/h - Average wind speed in April:
10.2km/h - Average wind speed in May:
10.3km/h - Average wind speed in June:
10.9km/h
- Average wind speed in July:
12.1km/h - Average wind speed in August:
12.5km/h - Average wind speed in September:
11.8km/h - Average wind speed in October:
12.7km/h - Average wind speed in November:
12.2km/h - Average wind speed in December:
10.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (12.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (9.7km/h).
Average humidity
Hochfeld, Namibia
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (53%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (19%).
Average rainfall
Hochfeld, Namibia
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (93mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).
Average rainfall days
Hochfeld, Namibia
- Average rainfall days in January:
12.8 days - Average rainfall days in February:
15.1 days - Average rainfall days in March:
14 days - Average rainfall days in April:
8.1 days - Average rainfall days in May:
1 days - Average rainfall days in June:
0.2 days
- Average rainfall days in July:
0.3 days - Average rainfall days in August:
0.3 days - Average rainfall days in September:
1.7 days - Average rainfall days in October:
3.8 days - Average rainfall days in November:
7.6 days - Average rainfall days in December:
13.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is February (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (0.2 days).
Average daylight / Average sunshine
Hochfeld, Namibia
- Average daylight in January:
13h and 18min - Average daylight in February:
12h and 48min - Average daylight in March:
12h and 12min - Average daylight in April:
11h and 36min - Average daylight in May:
11h and 6min - Average daylight in June:
10h and 48min
- Average daylight in July:
11h and 0min - Average daylight in August:
11h and 24min - Average daylight in September:
12h and 0min - Average daylight in October:
12h and 36min - Average daylight in November:
13h and 6min - Average daylight in December:
13h and 24min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in January:
9h and 36min - Average sunshine in February:
9h and 18min - Average sunshine in March:
9h and 36min - Average sunshine in April:
9h and 36min - Average sunshine in May:
9h and 48min - Average sunshine in June:
9h and 48min
- Average sunshine in July:
9h and 42min - Average sunshine in August:
10h and 0min - Average sunshine in September:
9h and 48min - Average sunshine in October:
9h and 30min - Average sunshine in November:
10h and 48min - Average sunshine in December:
10h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
Average sunshine days
Hochfeld, Namibia
- Average sunshine days in January:
14.8 days - Average sunshine days in February:
11 days - Average sunshine days in March:
15.1 days - Average sunshine days in April:
20.6 days - Average sunshine days in May:
29.9 days - Average sunshine days in June:
29.8 days
- Average sunshine days in July:
30.7 days - Average sunshine days in August:
30.4 days - Average sunshine days in September:
27.9 days - Average sunshine days in October:
26 days - Average sunshine days in November:
19.9 days - Average sunshine days in December:
15.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11 days).
Average UV index
Hochfeld, Namibia
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover
Hochfeld, Namibia
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 2).
Average visibility
Hochfeld, Namibia
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
