2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Swakopmund & Sossusvlei in April

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

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Climate Overview

April is a good time to visit Swakopmund & Sossusvlei. Swakopmund & Sossusvlei has a Warm climate with average yearly highs of 22°C, lows of 14°C, and approximately 0 rainy days per month.

Avg High

22°C

Avg Low

14°C

Rainy days

0days

Daylight

11.6h

Is April a good time to visit Swakopmund & Sossusvlei?

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

Daylight

Sunrise

7:15 AM

Sunset

6:50 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 22°C 16°C 0 Good
February 22°C 17°C 0 Good
March 23°C 16°C 0 Good
April 22°C 14°C 0 Good
May 27°C 15°C 0 Excellent (best)
June 28°C 15°C 0 Excellent (best)
July 29°C 15°C 0 Excellent (best)
August 21°C 10°C 0 Excellent (best)
September 19°C 9°C 0 Excellent (best)
October 19°C 12°C 0 Excellent (best)
November 20°C 13°C 0 Good
December 20°C 15°C 1 Good

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for April

Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Climate: Warm
Travel Context Great for outdoor dining and evening strolls.

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Common Questions

Is April a good time to visit Swakopmund & Sossusvlei? +

April is typically Good for visiting Swakopmund & Sossusvlei, with average highs of 22°C and around 0 rainy days.

What should I pack for Swakopmund & Sossusvlei in April? +

With highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in Swakopmund & Sossusvlei in April? +

Swakopmund & Sossusvlei typically sees around 0 rainy days in April.

How many hours of daylight are there in Swakopmund & Sossusvlei in April? +

In April, Swakopmund & Sossusvlei gets approximately 11.6 hours of daylight per day.

Is April peak season in Swakopmund & Sossusvlei? +

No, April is not peak season in Swakopmund & Sossusvlei. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit Swakopmund & Sossusvlei? +

The best months to visit Swakopmund & Sossusvlei are May, June, July, August, September, October, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Africa/Windhoek)

Last Updated: January 2026

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