Outapi
Namibia
Outapi wa Nakafingo na Temba, well known as Outapi or Uutapi and Ombalantu, is a town in northern Namibia near the border with Angola, situated 90 km (56 mi) northwest of Oshakati. It is the capital of the Omusati region and the district capital of the Outapi electoral constituency. It had a population of 13,664 people in 2023. The language spoken there is Oshiwambo.
Read more — WikipediaThe best months to visit are June–July.
October is the hottest month, with highs around 34°C (93°F).
July is the coldest month, with lows around 8°C (47°F).
The wettest month is February, with rain on about 11 days.
June is the sunniest month, with about 9.3 hours of sunshine a day.
In October, it’s warmer here than in 72% of places in Namibia.
16-day forecast
- Feels like
- 27°
- Humidity
- 12%
- Wind
- 10 km/h E
- Gusts
- 20 km/h
- Cloud cover
- 45%
- Pressure
- 1011 hPa
- UV index
- 0 (now)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 06:26 / 19:02
Next 48 hours
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Best time to visit Outapi
Average conditions for each month, from long-term climate normals (1961–2020).
Month by month
| Climate | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high | 31° | 31° | 30° | 30° | 29° | 26° | 26° | 29° | 32° | 34° | 33° | 32° |
| Average low | 19° | 18° | 18° | 17° | 12° | 9° | 8° | 11° | 14° | 18° | 19° | 19° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 107 | 106 | 94 | 25 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 28 | 45 |
| Rain days | 9 | 11 | 9 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 7 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 6.9 | 7.5 | 7.1 | 7.8 | 8.8 | 9.3 | 9.1 | 8.7 | 9.3 | 8.1 | 8.3 | 7.7 |
| Daylight (h) | 13.1 | 12.7 | 12.2 | 11.7 | 11.3 | 11.1 | 11.2 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13 | 13.2 |
| Humidity (%) | 56 | 60 | 63 | 56 | 43 | 39 | 36 | 33 | 32 | 39 | 46 | 52 |
| Wind (km/h) | 6 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 6 |
| Go score | 62 | 59 | 67 | 76 | 89 | 100 | 100 | 89 | 69 | 55 | 59 | 57 |
The go score (0–100) favours daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, plenty of sunshine and few rainy days.
Climate normals: WorldClim 2.1 (1970–2000) · CRU CL 2.0 (1961–1990) About this data: Climate normals
What to do in Outapi, month by month
When each activity is at its best, judged from the climate averages.
Rainy season: January–February Dry season: March–December (Based on average monthly rainfall)
| Activities | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sightseeing & city walks | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Good | Good | Fair | Fair | Poor | Fair | Fair |
| Hiking | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Fair | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor |
| Photography & sunsets | Fair | Fair | Fair | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good |
Good Fair Poor · Estimated from long-term averages of temperature, rain days, sunshine and sea temperature.
How each activity is rated
- Sightseeing & city walks — Good: highs of 15–27 °C and few rain days. Fair: 11–33 °C.
- Hiking — Good: highs of 10–24 °C and few rain days; a wider window with trails or national parks nearby.
- Photography & sunsets — Good: at least 7 hours of sunshine a day and few rain days. Fair: 5 hours or more.
Outapi: tourist crowds by month
How busy it gets through the year — and the months with good weather and fewer visitors.
Updated: About this data: Crowds & prices
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
Outapi: practical information
Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices: what to know before you go.
- Voltage
- 220 V · 50 Hz
- Driving
- Drive on the left
Namibian Dollar
NAD · $
- Languages
- Afrikaans, German, English
- Calling code
- +264
- Meal, casual restaurantNAD 180≈ $9.90
- CappuccinoNAD 46.00≈ $2.60
- Beer (0.5 l)NAD 66.00≈ $3.70
- Bottled water (1.5 l)NAD 21.00≈ $1.20
- Taxi, 5 kmNAD 125≈ $6.90
- Public transport ticketNAD 23.00≈ $1.30
- Mid-range hotel, per nightNAD 1,600≈ $89.00
Estimated from Namibia’s consumer price level — real prices vary by place and season. Prices are about 41% of US levels.
- Dec 10Human Rights Day
- Dec 25Christmas Day
- Dec 26Day of Goodwill
- Jan 1New Year's Day
No earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km since 1975.
How to get to Outapi
Nearest airports
- VPENgjiva Pereira AirportNgiva90 km
- ONDOndangwa AirportOndangwa111 km
- FYNGOngava Lodge AirstripOmbika225 km
- HALHalali AirportHalali230 km
- SDDLubango Mukanka International AirportLubango324 km
- FYTFTwyfelfontein AirportTwyfelfontein344 km
Distances
- Windhoek603 km 10 h 28 · 1 h 25
- Rundu509 km 8 h 50 · 1 h 18
- Walvis Bay608 km 10 h 33 · 1 h 26
- Swakopmund577 km 10 h 00 · 1 h 23
- Oshakati83 km 1 h 26
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Hotels in Outapi
Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.
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Places with a climate like Outapi
Matched on temperature and rainfall across the whole year.
Rundu
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Nearby places
Climate in Outapi
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Outapi?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Outapi is June–July.
What is the weather like in Outapi in October?
In October, Outapi averages a high of 34°C (93°F) and a low of 18°C (64°F), with 9 mm of rain on about 2 days.
What is the rainiest month in Outapi?
February, with rain on about 11 days.
What is the nearest airport to Outapi?
Ngjiva Pereira Airport (VPE), about 90 km away.
What power plugs are used in Namibia?
Plug types D, at 220 V.
What currency is used in Namibia?
Namibian Dollar (NAD).
Is Namibia safe to visit?
US travel advisory: Exercise increased caution. UK travel advice: No travel warnings.
When is Outapi most crowded?
The busiest months are June–July.
When is Outapi least crowded?
The quietest months are October–February.
What time zone is Outapi in?
Africa/Windhoek (UTC+2).
What is the population of Outapi?
About 7,629.