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NamibRand Dark Sky Reserve

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International Dark Sky Reserve

NamibRand Dark Sky Reserve

Hardap, Namibia
Best timeApr–Sep
Set inHardap, Namibia
In season~82°F high
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Climate

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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0).

ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

48–93°F
CurrencyNAD
LanguageEnglish
TimezoneUTC+02:00
On the map
Map showing the location of NamibRand Dark Sky Reserve
Directions (Google Maps) →
Historical monthly weather

Sweet spotPeak Jun–Aug. Go in May, Sep for similar weather.

Sunny share of daylightJul · 91%
WarmestJan · 93°F
WettestJan
Best windowApr–Sep
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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.
Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

Africa's first International Dark Sky Reserve, over red-dune desert.

Best time to visit

Aim for Apr–Sep, the 6 months that line up best.

Under the stars

A certified dark-sky site — pack red-light only, check the moon phase, and give your eyes 20 minutes to adjust for the Milky Way.

Pairs well with

Deadvlei
47 mi away
Skeleton Bay
168 mi away

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit NamibRand Dark Sky Reserve?

The best time to visit NamibRand Dark Sky Reserve is April–September, in Hardap, Namibia.

Where is NamibRand Dark Sky Reserve?

NamibRand Dark Sky Reserve is in Hardap, Namibia.

What is NamibRand Dark Sky Reserve known for?

Africa's first International Dark Sky Reserve, over red-dune desert.

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