Walvis Bay has a desert or arid climate, and is one
of the driest towns on the planet. Despite its lack of rainfall,
Walvis is not an overly hot place. The cold Atlantic Ocean and the
prevailing offshore currents ensure that the temperature in Walvis
averages around 75°F (24°C) in summer, between November and
February, and 64°F (17°C) in winter, between June and August.
The town experiences no real humidity, but in the
evenings a dense sea fog often rolls in off the ocean. This fog can
sometimes be quite thick and most animals in the region use it as
their principal source of moisture in the unforgiving desert
climate.
The little rain that does fall arrives in late summer
and spring, mostly in March, with a little in January and February
as well. The pleasantly mild temperatures of Walvis Bay, in
comparison to the rest of the desert, make it a great destination
in summer as well as winter.
Although the best time for game viewing in Namibia is
between May and October, bird watching is often at its best in
summer, and Walvis Bay is one of the most temperate destinations to
use as a travel hub during the fiercely hot summer months.
Visitors to Walvis Bay are spoilt for choice when it comes to
sightseeing options. 4x4 trips to Sandwich Bay offer travellers the
opportunity to see some of the desert's most unique and rare
wildlife as well as amazing photo opportunities. Dune boarding is a
must for the adventurous, and fishing, diving, and dolphin viewing
excursions allow visitors to explore the fantastic wealth of sea
life. Sipping cocktails or cold beers while watching flamingos sift
through the waters of the lagoon is the best way to spend an
evening.