Winter ( June to September):  Our favourite time to visit Damaraland is during winter. The nights do get cold, but you can enjoy sunny warm days with day temperatures averaging around 28°C / 83°F. Rain is rare, but occasional. 

The region is arid during dry season, so the vegetation, which consists mostly of shrubs and fynbos, will be brown and dry and seem like it couldn’t possibly survive until the next year. It always does though, but seeing this desert during winter will definitely give you a sense of awe regarding nature’s resilience. With water in short supply during winter, animals congregate around the few remaining waterholes, adding to the appeal as a great time to go to Damaraland. 

Spring ( September-November) and Autumn ( April – May):  The in-between seasons are also a very pleasant time to visit Damaraland. The evenings and nights get warmer, and daytime temperatures climb to about 30°C / 85°F. Spring, while mostly dry, will see the desert come alive with the first signs of approaching rain, the animals themselves shake off their lethargy and start preparing for the long awaited rains. 

Summer(December to March), As with the rest of Namibia, summer is the rainy season. Rain is  not very common at all, and when it does arrive you will typically get short but intense rain showers. During the height of summer the heat is stifling, with temperatures up to 40°C /105°F or more being very common. However, this arid region springs to life and for a short time you will see this region being green and vibrant. Flowers will bloom, the grassland will grow, it is a beautiful time. 

A high clearance car is a must especially at this time. The gravel roads are so dry that they will struggle to absorb the water, creating mud and floodings which smaller vehicles can struggle with.