Namakwa, South Africa: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Namakwa, South Africa? If you're planning to go to Namakwa, this article contains some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Namakwa
- Important essentials for Namakwa
- Activities for Namakwa
- Namakwa in January: weather and what to pack
- Namakwa in February: weather and what to pack
- Namakwa in March: weather and what to pack
- Namakwa in April: weather and what to pack
- Namakwa in May: weather and what to pack
- Namakwa in June: weather and what to pack
- Namakwa in July: weather and what to pack
- Namakwa in August: weather and what to pack
- Namakwa in September: weather and what to pack
- Namakwa in October: weather and what to pack
- Namakwa in November: weather and what to pack
- Namakwa 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 Namakwa, South Africa
Based on the climate and weather in Namakwa, the best time to go is December. See below for details.
Important essentials for Namakwa, South Africa
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Namakwa, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
IMPORTANT COVID-19 ESSENTIALS
Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry plane-friendly product.
A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards may wear out. An unreadable vaccination card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
Touchless thermometer
A touchless thermometer is important to have.
N95 masks
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection you can have.
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Proof of COVID-19 vaccination/negative test
Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks are not available for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
Other health necessities
Emergency water purifier
Some rural areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's useful to have an emergency water purifier like this one.
Travel first aid kit
This one is a superb option.
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
For families with young children
Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types C, M and N. This one is sufficent for most countries, but you may want to check with your hotel.
Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
Photography accessories
- cell phone photography gimbal
- camera drone for outdoor shots
- extra batteries
- extra memory cards
Airplane or car necessities
Emergency phone
For this area, we suggest a good satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phoneHowever, in cities, a SIM card that works in Namakwa may be sufficient. A good global SIM card is this one, but check the details before buying.
What to wear/what to pack for Namakwa, South Africa by month
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January
January here is really hot. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
Loose-fit shorts
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
Waterproof sandals
Bug repellent
Skirts
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
Sunglasses
February
Traveling to Namakwa in February, you will notice that it is extremely hot. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Skirts
Waterproof sandals
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Sunglasses
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you cool and guard against the sun:
Loose-fit shorts
Bug repellent
March
March here is pretty consistently hot. Temperatures average in the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
Waterproof sandals
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
Skirts
Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
Bug repellent
Sunglasses
Loose-fit shorts
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
April
April in Namakwa is a perfect temperature. Temperatures average in the 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
Breathable footwear or sandals
Sandals
Sunscreen lotion
Light skirts
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Long and short sleeve shirts
Extra socks
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
Bug repellent
Short pants or heavy shorts
May
May for Namakwa is balmy. Temperatures average in the high 60s F (low 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
June
If you visit Namakwa during June, you will probably find that it is chilly. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 60s F (high 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 30s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
July
July in Namakwa is cool. Temperatures average in the low 60s F (mid 10s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
August
August in this region is chilly. Temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
September
If you vacation in Namakwa during September, you may notice that it is mild. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 60s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 40s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
October
October in Namakwa is a perfect temperature. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 40s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
Extra socks
Sandals
Light skirts
Breathable footwear or sandals
Bug repellent
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Long and short sleeve shirts
Short pants or heavy shorts
Sunscreen lotion
November
November in Namakwa is extremely warm. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 50s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Extra socks
Sunscreen lotion
Short pants or heavy shorts
Light skirts
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Long and short sleeve shirts
Bug repellent
Sandals
Breathable footwear or sandals
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
December
If you go to Namakwa in December, you will notice that it is hot. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Bug repellent
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
Waterproof sandals
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
Sunglasses
Skirts
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Loose-fit shorts
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