​Best Time To Visit – Damaraland

Anthony Ham
Expert
By Anthony Ham

Anthony is a renowned Africa expert and author of many Lonely Planet guidebooks, including the 'Botswana & Namibia' guide.

Anthony is a renowned Africa expert and author of the 'Botswana & Namibia' Lonely Planet guide.

Anthony is the author of the 'Botswana & Namibia' Lonely Planet guide.

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Damaraland is an excellent year-round destination with a stable climate and little rain. However, the best time to visit is from May to October, during the Dry season. During these months, rainfall is extremely rare and temperatures are generally milder, with cool evenings. As water is scarce, animals remain close to the few remaining waterholes, which makes them easier to spot.


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Best Time May to October (Animals gather around water)
High Season July to November (Some places can get quite busy)
Low Season December to June (Low-season rates may apply)
Best Weather May to August (Less hot during the day)
Worst Weather November to March (Hot daytime temperatures; occasional rains possible)

May to October –Dry Season – Winter

  • Best time for wildlife viewing
  • It is coolest from May to August
  • May and June are part of the low season and can be a cheaper time to visit with fewer crowds
  • High-season rates may apply from July to November
  • Some of the popular sites can get busy
  • The air can be filled with dust, which affects visibility

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November to April –Wet Season – Summer

  • Rain quenches the drought, although it rarely rains for long
  • Flowers can be plentiful and skies are clear of dust
  • Baby animals may be present
  • Birding is excellent while the migrant species are present
  • It tends to be very hot
  • Animals are dispersed and wildlife viewing isn’t as good

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