Best Time to Ride · Surfing · Namibia
Surfing in Namibia
1 surfing spots in Namibia. The colours show each month: the stronger, the better for surfing.
Find the best time to goTap a spot to see when to go: wind, waves, water temperature, sun and rain in every month, from years of weather statistics.
Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Best waves in Namibia: May, July–August (around 1.7 m, water 14°C, 5/4 wetsuit and boots).
- Smaller waves and the warmest water, good for beginners: January–April, November–December (around 1.4 m, water 16°C, 4/3 wetsuit).
- Top picks: Skeleton Bay.
Skeleton BayErongo, Namibia · best July–AugustAdvanced only · 14°C water in season, 5/4 wetsuit and boots · ✈ WVB 23 kmWave height per month (m, average daily max)
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Best time to go →Wave height: average daily maximum.
Month by month in Namibia
| Month | Waves | Water | Wetsuit | Air |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 1.4 m | 17°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 22°C |
| FebruaryFeb | 1.3 m | 17°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 22°C |
| MarchMar | 1.3 m | 16°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 22°C |
| AprilApr | 1.4 m | 15°C | 5/4 wetsuit and boots | 21°C |
| MayMay | 1.6 m | 15°C | 5/4 wetsuit and boots | 22°C |
| JuneJun | 1.6 m | 14°C | 5/4 wetsuit and boots | 21°C |
| JulyJul | 1.7 m | 14°C | 5/4 wetsuit and boots | 20°C |
| AugustAug | 1.8 m | 14°C | 5/4 wetsuit and boots | 18°C |
| SeptemberSep | 1.6 m | 14°C | 5/4 wetsuit and boots | 18°C |
| OctoberOct | 1.5 m | 14°C | 5/4 wetsuit and boots | 19°C |
| NovemberNov | 1.4 m | 16°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 20°C |
| DecemberDec | 1.4 m | 17°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 21°C |
Best months highlighted. Air: average daytime high.
Questions
When is the best time for surfing in Namibia?
Best waves in Namibia: May, July–August (around 1.7 m, water 14°C, 5/4 wetsuit and boots). Smaller waves and the warmest water, good for beginners: January–April, November–December (around 1.4 m, water 16°C, 4/3 wetsuit).
What wetsuit do I need in Namibia?
It depends on the month: about 17°C water in January (4/3 wetsuit) and about 14°C in August (5/4 wetsuit and boots).
Is Namibia good for beginners?
The spots here suit intermediate and advanced riders more than beginners.
Which airport is closest?
Walvis Bay International Airport (WVB), 23 km from Skeleton Bay.
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