Oshakati, Namibia: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
This article contains affiliate links to Amazon and other vendors. We may earn commission from purchases made through these links.
Traveling to Oshakati, Namibia? If you're planning to go to Oshakati, we've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Oshakati
- Important essentials for Oshakati
- Activities for Oshakati
- Oshakati in January: weather and what to pack
- Oshakati in February: weather and what to pack
- Oshakati in March: weather and what to pack
- Oshakati in April: weather and what to pack
- Oshakati in May: weather and what to pack
- Oshakati in June: weather and what to pack
- Oshakati in July: weather and what to pack
- Oshakati in August: weather and what to pack
- Oshakati in September: weather and what to pack
- Oshakati in October: weather and what to pack
- Oshakati in November: weather and what to pack
- Oshakati 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 Oshakati, Namibia
Based on the climate and weather in Oshakati, the best time to go is August. See below for details.
Important essentials for Oshakati, Namibia
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Oshakati, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
Travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage
Cases are climbing again, and areas are returning to lockdown. If you or a companion get COVID-19, you may be stuck with no way home -- but travel insurance can protect you. Learn more about COVID-19 and travel insurance
-
Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry TSA-friendly option.
-
N95 masks
These N95 masks provide the best level of protection you can have.
-
Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
-
(U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.
U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more
-
A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards may wear out. An unreadable vaccination card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
-
Touchless thermometer
A touchless thermometer is important to have.
-
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).
General health necessities
-
Emergency water purifier
Some areas may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's useful to take an emergency water purifier like this one.
-
Travel first aid kit
This one is a superb choice.
-
Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
-
Airplane or car necessities
-
Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types D and M. This one should work in most countries, but you may want to check with your hotel.
-
Emergency phone
For this area, we suggest a good satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phoneHowever, in cities, a SIM card that works in Oshakati may be sufficient. A good global SIM card is this one, but check the details before buying.
-
Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
-
For families with young children
-
Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
What to wear/what to pack for Oshakati, Namibia by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
January for Oshakati is consistently hot. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains about a third of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Bug repellent
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against the sun:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunglasses
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
-
Skirts
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We suggest:
February
If you vacation in Oshakati during February, you might notice that it can be very hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 60s F (high 10s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunglasses
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from the sun:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
-
Skirts
-
Bug repellent
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These can be a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We like:
March
If you vacation in Oshakati during March, you will probably notice that it is hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 60s F (high 10s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Skirts
-
Sunglasses
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from skin damage:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
-
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These will be essential in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things don't get wet. We like:
April
April for Oshakati is consistently hot and dry with little rain. Temperatures average in the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains occasionally.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Skirts
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from skin damage:
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
-
Bug repellent
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be essential in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We suggest:
May
If you are traveling to Oshakati in May, you will notice that it is extremely warm and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Skirts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Sunglasses
-
Bug repellent
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and guard against the sun:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Loose-fit shorts
June
June in Oshakati is a perfect temperature and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Light skirts
-
Sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Extra socks
July
If you go to Oshakati in July, you will notice that it is hot and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (high 20s C). There is frost once in a while.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Light skirts
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Extra socks
-
Bug repellent
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Sandals
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
August
If you vacation in Oshakati during August, you might see that it is pretty consistently hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 40s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Bug repellent
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against UV rays:
-
Skirts
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Sunglasses
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
September
September is extremely hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the low 90s F (low 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against UV rays:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Skirts
-
Sunglasses
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
October
October here is a scorcher and dry with little rain. Temperatures average in the 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
- https://amzn.to/31Mz9kT
Bug bite relief
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
-
Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are created for cooling and include UV protection.
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are developed for cooling:
-
Protecting pants/skirts
These will keep you protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Bug repellent
-
Personal cooling fan
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
Light linen shorts
-
Skirts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Thin short sleeve shirts
Make sure bring additional, as these easily get wet or dirty.
November
If you are traveling to Oshakati in November, you will notice that it is constantly hot. Expect it to rain occasionally. Daytime temperatures are in the low 90s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Skirts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
-
Sunglasses
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants can be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things don't get wet. We suggest:
December
December in this region is really hot. Temperatures average in the low 90s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains about a third of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Bug repellent
-
Skirts
-
Sunglasses
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants will be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things don't get wet. We recommend:
Check out our guides for these other locations: Viborg, Denmark, São Fidélis, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Cambridge-Narrows, New Brunswick, Canada, Wisbech, England, United Kingdom, Choshi, Japan, Busch Gardens Williamsburg, Virginia, United States of America, Northern Netherlands, Netherlands, Greifswald, Germany, Afar, Ethiopia, Niedzica, Poland, and Saint Martins Island, Bangladesh.