Aroab, Namibia
Karas Region · Namibia
Aroab is a small town in Karas Region, Namibia with a population of 5,000. Elevation: 3,166 ft (965 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Aroab
Aroab is a village in the Keetmanshoop Rural Constituency of ǁKaras Region in southern Namibia. It had 2,651 inhabitants in 2023.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,000 |
| Population Density | 2,370 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,166 ft (965 m) |
| Coordinates | -26.7974°, 19.6527° |
| Timezone | Africa/Windhoek |
| Country | 🇳🇦 Namibia |
| State / Province | Karas Region |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 6.4 inches (163 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Aroab
Aroab is a small town in Namibia (Karas Region) with a population of 5,000. The city sits at an elevation of 3,166 feet (965 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 6.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Windhoek.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.6°F |
| 25% above Namibia avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (11°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,166 ft (965 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,370/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.7974°S, 19.6527°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Windhoek |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 1.5 in | |
| March | 76°F (24°C) | 1.6 in | Wettest |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 53°F (11°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 0.5 in |
Aroab has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 53°F in July to 80°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 6.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.6") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Aroab
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oosterheim Combined School | - | - | - | - |
| Privaatskool Excelsior | - | - | - | - |
| Aroab Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Roman Catholic School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Aroab
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Aroab
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aroab Public Library | 0.0 |
Clinics in Aroab
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Aroab
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Aroab
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Arabi Hunting Farm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Aroab B Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rietfontein Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vredeshoop Landing Site | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Aroab
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| NamPost |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Aroab
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Aroab Catholic Church | |
| NG Kerk |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Namibia
13 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Aroab
What is the population of Aroab?
Aroab has a population of 5,000 residents and is located in Namibia. The population density is 2,370 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Aroab?
Aroab enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 6.4 inches.
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