Namibia in November

November

November is shoulder season month, characterised by changeable weather – clear skies, cloudy skies, and even thunderstorms – amidst wildlife highlights such as desert elephant and rhino in Damaraland and Twyfelfontein.

What’s the weather going to be like in Namibia in November

It’s an unpredictable month, featuring clear skies, rolling clouds, and thunderstorms in turn
November is a shoulder season, approaching the rains yet still dry at times
Temperatures become very hot

What are the highlights of visiting Namibia in November

Availability of properties is better than in earlier months
Prices drop following the dry season
Desert elephant and rhino tracking in Damaraland and Twyfelfontein is an easy activity this month, as both species congregate on the riverbeds
Before the rains come, animals cluster around scarce water sources
Vast flocks of flamingo gather in Walvis Bay, staying until February
Where vegetation remains sparse, there’s good visibility of many animals
The changing skies of November are perfect for some dramatic photography

Any lowlights?

Where temperatures can soar in the upper 80's, it might feel too hot for some travelers
Mosquitoes start to appear with the rains

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