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Gochas, Namibia
Hardap Region · Namibia
Gochas is a small town in Hardap Region, Namibia with a population of 1,378. Elevation: 3,740 ft (1,140 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Gochas
Gochas is a village in the Hardap Region of Namibia. The village had 1,868 inhabitants in 2023.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,378 |
| Population Density | 264 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,740 ft (1,140 m) |
| Coordinates | -24.8576°, 18.8014° |
| Timezone | Africa/Windhoek |
| Country | 🇳🇦 Namibia |
| State / Province | Hardap Region |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 8.9 inches (225 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gochas
Gochas is a small town in Namibia (Hardap Region) with a population of 1,378. The city sits at an elevation of 3,740 feet (1,140 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 8.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Windhoek.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.0°F |
| 26% above Namibia avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 320 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,740 ft (1,140 m) |
| Area | 5.2 sq mi (13.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 264/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -24.8576°N, 18.8014°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Windhoek |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 2.0 in | Wettest |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 69°F (20°C) | 0.9 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 0.8 in |
Gochas has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 54°F in July to 79°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 8.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (2.0") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Gochas
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pally Carstens Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| N. Mutschuana Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| P. I. Groenewald Junior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Hotels in Gochas
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Gochas
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Gochas
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Gochas
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Anib Lodge Landing Site | - | Small Airport |
| Aranos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Aranos Pan Landing Site | - | Small Airport |
| Auob Lodge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Eirup Landing Site | - | Small Airport |
| Finger Gottes Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gochas Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Guamus Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Katzensteg Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Langverwacht Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Moscow Landing Site | - | Small Airport |
| Stampriet Pan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Stamprietpan Ok Landing Site | - | Small Airport |
| Tatave Landing Site | - | Small Airport |
| Tweerivier Landing Site | - | Small Airport |
| Witbooisvley Landing Site | - | Small Airport |
| Wohlzufrieden Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Namibia
13 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Gochas
What is the population of Gochas?
Gochas has a population of 1,378 residents and is located in Namibia. The population density is 264 people per square mile, spread across 5.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gochas?
Gochas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 320 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.9 inches.