Temperature
Hot by day, brisk at night.
84°Ftypical Aug high
Etosha National Park
Namibia · Africa
Etosha National Park is most comfortable in local winter. Local summers are hot and local winters are mild. The wetter months are roughly November to March. Humidity is usually low.
Best time to go
12 mo · Typical year
Temperature range
51°F to 94°F
Rain
5 days/mo
Sunshine
11.3 h/day
Humidity feel
Generally dry
When to visit
Month-by-month fit
Precipitation
One of the drier months of the year.
~0%wet-day frequency
AmountWet-day chance
Sunshine
Plenty of sun this month.
11.2 hAug sunshine
Heat & humidity by month
Some hot afternoons, with mostly dry air.
Very dryAug heat feel
Easy airWarm airHot airHumid air
Hourly comfort pattern
In August, afternoons feel about 75° and nights feel near 48°.
Very coldColdCoolComfortableWarmHotNight shading
More detailIncludes sky, daypart comfort, and wind
Cloud cover
Predominantly clear skies.
95%Aug clear sky
ClearCloud cover
Typical August day
August late afternoons are around 84°F, easing to about 77°F in early evening.
Avg temp Typical range
Morning65°F
Rain0%
Cloud7%
Humid airLow
Sun intensityModerate
Midday81°F
Rain0%
Cloud6%
Humid airLow
Sun intensityStrong
Best windowLate afternoon84°F
Rain0%
Cloud7%
Humid airLow
Sun intensityStrong
evening77°F
Rain0%
Cloud9%
Humid airLow
Sun intensityMinimal
Wind pattern
Calm winds are typical in August.
9 mphAug Light breeze
Typical wind speed (mph)
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Want a side-by-side climate view? Compare Etosha National Park with Moremi Game Reserve.
Climate data notePlanning guidance, not a forecast
Typical monthly values are based on long-term climate records. Useful for planning, not a forecast. Check the weather before you travel.
Local microclimates can vary by beach, neighborhood, trail, or elevation.
Last updated: Jul 31, 2026
Data & methodology