Karasburg, Namibia: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Karasburg, Namibia? If you're planning to go to Karasburg, we've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Karasburg
- Important essentials for Karasburg
- Activities for Karasburg
- Karasburg in January: weather and what to pack
- Karasburg in February: weather and what to pack
- Karasburg in March: weather and what to pack
- Karasburg in April: weather and what to pack
- Karasburg in May: weather and what to pack
- Karasburg in June: weather and what to pack
- Karasburg in July: weather and what to pack
- Karasburg in August: weather and what to pack
- Karasburg in September: weather and what to pack
- Karasburg in October: weather and what to pack
- Karasburg in November: weather and what to pack
- Karasburg in December: weather and what to pack

About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Karasburg, Namibia
Based on the climate and weather in Karasburg, the best time to go is October. See below for details.
Important essentials for Karasburg, Namibia
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Karasburg, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
IMPORTANT COVID-19 ESSENTIALS
A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards often wear away. An unreadable vaccine card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks aren't sold for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
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Proof of COVID-19 vaccination/negative test
Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is a good plane-friendly choice.
N95 masks
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection you can have.
Touchless thermometer
A touchless thermometer is important to have.
Other health necessities
Emergency water purifier
Some rural areas may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's important to take an emergency water purifier like this one.
Travel first aid kit
This one is a excellent value.
Emergency rapid COVID-19 test
U.S. residents can get them free here. Otherwise, you can buy them here.
Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
For families with young children
Emergency phone
For this area, we suggest a good satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phoneHowever, in cities, a SIM card that works in Karasburg may be sufficient. A good global SIM card is this one, but check the details before buying.
Photography accessories
- cell phone photography gimbal
- camera drone for outdoor shots
- extra batteries
- extra memory cards
Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
Airplane or car necessities
Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types D and M. This one is sufficent for most areas, but check with your hotel.
What to wear/what to pack for Karasburg, Namibia by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you are traveling to Karasburg in January, you will notice that it dry with little rain. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Sunglasses
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you cool and protect you from UV rays:
Bug repellent
Loose-fit shorts
Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
Skirts
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Waterproof sandals
February
Traveling to Karasburg in February, you will notice that it dry with little rain. Expect it to rain once in a while. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Bug repellent
Waterproof sandals
Skirts
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and cool you.
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
Loose-fit shorts
Sunglasses
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from UV rays:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
Rain pants
These will be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
Waterproof phone bag
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great option.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We recommend:
March
If you go to Karasburg in March, you will notice that it dry with little rain. Expect it to rain once in a while. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Sunglasses
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against the sun:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and cool you.
Bug repellent
Waterproof sandals
Skirts
Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
Loose-fit shorts
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
Rain pants
These will be vital in heavy rain.
Waterproof phone bag
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We suggest:
April
April here dry with little rain. Temperatures average in the high 60s F (low 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
Sandals
Bug repellent
Extra socks
Breathable footwear or sandals
Sunscreen lotion
Short pants or heavy shorts
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Long and short sleeve shirts
Light skirts
May
Traveling to Karasburg in May, you will notice that it very dry with almost no rain. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 60s F (mid 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
June
June in this region very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the 50s F (low 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost regularly.
What to wear/what to pack:
July
July in Karasburg very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the low 50s F (low 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost a bit less than half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
August
August for Karasburg very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost occasionally.
What to wear/what to pack:
September
September in this region very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the low 60s F (high 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
Extra socks
Short pants or heavy shorts
Breathable footwear or sandals
Sandals
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Long and short sleeve shirts
Sunscreen lotion
Bug repellent
Light skirts
October
October for Karasburg very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the high 60s F (low 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
Extra socks
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
Breathable footwear or sandals
Light skirts
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
Sandals
Sunscreen lotion
Bug repellent
November
November here very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the 70s F (low 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
Light skirts
Short pants or heavy shorts
Sandals
Sunscreen lotion
Breathable footwear or sandals
Bug repellent
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
Extra socks
December
If you are traveling to Karasburg in December, you will notice that it dry with little rain. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Waterproof sandals
Bug repellent
Skirts
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can make you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Loose-fit shorts
Sunglasses
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