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Ariamsvlei, Namibia

Karas Region · Namibia

Ariamsvlei is a small town in Karas Region, Namibia with a population of 737. Elevation: 2,569 ft (783 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

737 Population 349/sq mi density
2,569 ft Elevation 783 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
6.4 in Annual Rain
Africa / Windhoek Timezone

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About Ariamsvlei

Ariamsvlei is a settlement of about 500 people in the ǁKaras Region of southern Namibia and a border post between Namibia and South Africa, located 110 km (68 mi) east of Karasburg on the national B3 road. It lies at 804 metres (2,638 ft) above sea level.

People

Population737
Density349/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain6.4 in/yr
Sunny Days324/yr
Elevation2,569 ft (783 m)
Population737
Population Density349 / sq mi
Elevation2,569 ft (783 m)
Coordinates-28.1190°, 19.8361°
TimezoneAfrica/Windhoek
Country🇳🇦 Namibia
State / ProvinceKaras Region
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation6.4 inches (163 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ariamsvlei

Ariamsvlei is a small town in Namibia (Karas Region) with a population of 737. The city sits at an elevation of 2,569 feet (783 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 6.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Windhoek.

Ariamsvlei enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 324 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 6.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,569 feet.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average68.3°F
26% above Namibia avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days324 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,569 ft (783 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density349/sq mi
Coordinates-28.1190°N, 19.8361°W
TimezoneAfrica/Windhoek

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 6.4"
83% below Namibia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 1.34"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.6 on Jun 27, 2021.

Apr 6, 2011 South Africa M4.6 82 km
Feb 21, 2011 89 km W of Upington, South Africa M4.6 73 km
Jun 27, 2021 102 km ENE of Karasburg, Namibia M4.6 55 km
Jan 25, 2011 88 km WSW of Upington, South Africa M4.4 87 km
Jan 13, 2011 88 km WSW of Upington, South Africa M4.4 86 km
Mar 11, 1993 41 km SSE of Warmbad, Namibia M4.3 124 km
Jan 12, 2011 91 km WSW of Upington, South Africa M4.2 82 km
Jan 7, 2011 85 km WSW of Upington, South Africa M4.1 99 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 1.1 in Warmest
February 80°F (27°C) 1.3 in Wettest
March 76°F (25°C) 1.3 in
April 69°F (21°C) 0.6 in
May 60°F (16°C) 0.2 in
June 55°F (13°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 54°F (12°C) 0.1 in Coldest
August 58°F (14°C) 0.1 in
September 63°F (17°C) 0.2 in
October 70°F (21°C) 0.3 in
November 75°F (24°C) 0.6 in
December 79°F (26°C) 0.7 in

Ariamsvlei has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 54°F in July to 81°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 6.4 inches, with February being the wettest month (1.3") and June the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Ariamsvlei

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ariamsvlei Primary School
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Restaurants in Ariamsvlei

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Joliens

Clinics in Ariamsvlei

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ariamsvlei Clinic

Train Stations in Ariamsvlei

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ariamsvlei
Kums
Nakop

Gas Stations in Ariamsvlei

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Puma

Airports Near Ariamsvlei

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ariamsvlei AirportSmall Airport
Augrabies AirportSmall Airport
Augrabies South AirportSmall Airport
Bakenrant Boerdery AirportSmall Airport
Bakenrant North AirportSmall Airport
Kakamas West AirportSmall Airport
Onseepkans AirportSmall Airport
Skuit Drift AirportSmall Airport
Southern Farms AirportSmall Airport
Tutwa AirfieldSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Windhoek

🇳🇦 About Namibia

Capital Windhoek
Population 2,448,255
Area 825,418 km²
GDP (USD) $12,408,271,449
GDP per capita $4,188
HDI 0.665
Life expectancy 67.4 years
Internet users 64.4%
Urban population 50.0%
Currency NAD (Dollar)
Languages Afrikaans, German, English, Herero, Khoekhoe, Kwangali, Lozi, Ndonga, Tswana
Calling code +264
TLD .na
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Namibia

13 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Mar 21 Independence Day Independence Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 1 Workers' Day Workers' Day
May 4 Cassinga Day Cassinga Day
May 14 Ascension Day Ascension Day
May 25 Africa Day Africa Day
May 28 Genocide Remembrance Day Genocide Remembrance Day
Aug 26 Heroes' Day Heroes' Day
Dec 10 Human Rights Day Human Rights Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 Day of Goodwill St. Stephen's Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ariamsvlei

What is the population of Ariamsvlei?

Ariamsvlei has a population of 737 residents and is located in Namibia. The population density is 349 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ariamsvlei?

Ariamsvlei enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 324 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.4 inches.

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