Nkurenkuru, Namibia
Kavango West · Namibia
Nkurenkuru is a small city in Kavango West, Namibia with a population of 10,463. Elevation: 3,589 ft (1,094 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°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 Nkurenkuru
Nkurenkuru is a town on the south-western banks of the Kavango River. It is the capital of the Kavango West region of northern Namibia, located 140 kilometres (87 mi) west of Rundu. It is also a former mission station of the Finnish Missionary Society.
People
Climate
| Population | 10,463 |
| Population Density | 35 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,589 ft (1,094 m) |
| Coordinates | -17.6418°, 18.6197° |
| Timezone | Africa/Windhoek |
| Country | 🇳🇦 Namibia |
| State / Province | Kavango West |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.2 inches (614 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Nkurenkuru
Nkurenkuru is a small city in Namibia (Kavango West) with a population of 10,463. The city sits at an elevation of 3,589 feet (1,094 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Windhoek.
Climate in Nkurenkuru
Nkurenkuru has an average annual temperature of 24.4°C (76°F). The hottest month is Oct (29.1°C), the coldest is Jul (17.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 531 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.1°F |
| 35% above Namibia avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,589 ft (1,094 m) |
| Area | 303.0 sq mi (784.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 35/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.6418°S, 18.6197°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Windhoek |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 6.2 in | Wettest |
| February | 76°F (25°C) | 5.4 in | |
| March | 76°F (24°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 69°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 0.7 in | Warmest |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 3.5 in |
Nkurenkuru has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 63°F in July to 79°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 24.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.2") and July the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Nkurenkuru
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| IUM Nkurenkuru Campus | University | - | Visit → |
Schools in Nkurenkuru
9 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELCIN Nkurenkuru High School | - | - | - | - |
| Kahenge Combined School | - | - | - | - |
| Nkurenkuru Combined School | - | - | - | - |
| Siurungu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mutengo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kulisuka Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kamina Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kanuni Haruwodi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Vineyard Learning Centre | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Nkurenkuru
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Hotels in Nkurenkuru
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Nkurenkuru
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Nkurenkuru
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Nkurenkuru
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Nkurenkuru
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Nkurenkuru
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Nkurenkuru
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cuangar Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Nkurenkuru
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Nkurenkuru Post Offic |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Nkurenkuru
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| ELCIN |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Namibia
13 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Nkurenkuru?
Nkurenkuru has a population of 10,463 residents and is located in Namibia. The population density is 35 people per square mile, spread across 303.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nkurenkuru?
Nkurenkuru has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 24.2 inches.
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