Swakopmund in October
8.8out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Mild: highs around 20°C. Very dry: about 0 rainy days.
20°CAvg high
12°CAvg low
0Rainy days (0 mm)
12:32 hDaylight
06:31Sunrise · 19:03 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 20°C
- Very dry: about 0 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- A light jacket for cooler evenings
- Comfortable walking shoes
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in October is fairly consistent from year to year (0.2 days). Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°C | 17°C | 4 mm | 1 | – | – | 9.0 |
| February | 23°C | 17°C | 6 mm | 1 | – | – | 9.0 |
| March | 24°C | 16°C | 4 mm | 1 | – | – | 9.0 |
| April | 24°C | 15°C | 4 mm | 1 | – | – | 9.0 |
| May | 23°C | 14°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 9.1 |
| June | 23°C | 12°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 9.1 |
| July | 23°C | 12°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 9.1 |
| August | 20°C | 11°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 8.8 |
| September | 20°C | 11°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 8.7 |
| October | 20°C | 12°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 8.8 |
| November | 21°C | 13°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 8.9 |
| December | 22°C | 15°C | 2 mm | 0 | – | – | 9.0 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Swakopmund in October?
Daytime highs average 20°C and nights about 12°C.
When is the best time to visit Swakopmund?
The best months are May, June, July, January.