Namibia
Windhoek
Namibia's quirky capital city is often used as a stopover city, with international flights arriving and departing daily. While it's a convenient place to break a long journey, Windhoek also offers some surprising local culture, interesting restaurants, and excellent shopping for local arts and crafts.
Explore Windhoek
Best Time to Visit Windhoek
Month-by-month travel guide with weather, highlights, and expert recommendations.
Compare with other destinationsWindhoek in May
Weather
May is characterized by clear skies and comfortable temperatures, averaging 18-23°C, marking the start of the dry season.
Highlights
The vegetation becomes sparser, making wildlife easier to spot as animals gather around dwindling water sources. Game viewing significantly improves.
Best Areas
Excellent for exploring Windhoek and taking day trips to nearby wildlife sanctuaries. Enjoy clear, starry nights.
Pros
Perfect weather for all activities, from city exploration to wildlife safaris. Low risk of rain and comfortable daytime temperatures.
Cons
Night-time temperatures can start to get chilly, requiring extra layers.