When to go · Sossusvlei

Sossusvlei in November

Mixed month. Outside the best window (Apr–Oct (dry, clear, cooler nights)). Across Namibia: Very hot inland; first storms in the north.

Key facts

Plan around it

Verdict

MixedNamibia month rating

Outside the best window (Apr–Oct (dry, clear, cooler nights)). Across Namibia: Very hot inland; first storms in the north.

Long-term averages

SossusvleiHighs around 35 °C, lows around 15 °C, rain on about 2 daysHighs around 95 °F, lows around 59 °F, rain on about 2 days
Namib Desert, Namibia · Sossusvlei, Sesriem, NamibRandhot
Summer days above 40 °C in the dunes; winter days warm, nights cold. Rain is rare.Summer days above 104 °F in the dunes; winter days warm, nights cold. Rain is rare.

Namibia overall: Very hot inland; first storms in the north.