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Okahandja, Namibia
Otjozondjupa Region · Namibia
Okahandja is a small city in Otjozondjupa Region, Namibia with a population of 26,832. Elevation: 4,495 ft (1,370 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
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About Okahandja
Okahandja is a city of 45,182 inhabitants in Otjozondjupa Region, central Namibia, and the district capital of the Okahandja electoral constituency. It is known as the Garden Town of Namibia. It is located 70 km north of Windhoek on the B1 road. It was founded around 1800, by two local groups, the Herero and the Nama.
People
Climate
| Population | 26,832 |
| Population Density | 309 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,495 ft (1,370 m) |
| Coordinates | -21.9814°, 16.9029° |
| Timezone | Africa/Windhoek |
| Country | 🇳🇦 Namibia |
| State / Province | Otjozondjupa Region |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 13.7 inches (348 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Okahandja
Okahandja is a small city in Namibia (Otjozondjupa Region) with a population of 26,832. The city sits at an elevation of 4,495 feet (1,370 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Windhoek.
Climate in Okahandja
Okahandja has an average annual temperature of 22°C (72°F). The hottest month is Nov (26.4°C), the coldest is Jun (14.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 408 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.8°F |
| 26% above Namibia avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 311 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,495 ft (1,370 m) |
| Area | 86.8 sq mi (224.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 309/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -21.9814°N, 16.9029°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Windhoek |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 3.6 in | Wettest |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 67°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 0.5 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 1.5 in |
Okahandja has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 57°F in July to 76°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 13.7 inches, with February being the wettest month (3.6") and July the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Okahandja
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIED (National Institute for Educational Development) | College | — | Visit → |
Schools in Okahandja
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nau-Aib Hostel | — | — | — | — |
| Nau-Aib Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Okahandja Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Okahandja Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| K. W. von Marëes Combined School | — | — | — | — |
| Eden Combined School | — | — | — | — |
| Vocational Training Centre (HRDC) | — | — | — | — |
| Five Rand Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Prestantia College | — | — | — | — |
| Aurora Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| J. G. van der Wath Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Catalyst Educational Centre | — | — | — | — |
| Berg-Op Academy | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Okahandja
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Okahandja
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Military Museum |
Libraries in Okahandja
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Okahandja Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Okahandja Public Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Okahandja
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Okahandja
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Okahandja
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Okahandja
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Okahandja
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Okahandja
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Okahandja
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Okahandja
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Okahandja
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Okahandja
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AB InBev |
Airports Near Okahandja
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hosea Kutako International Airport | WDH | Large Airport |
| Eros Airport | ERS | Medium Airport |
| Erindi Ranch Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kansimba Landing Site | — | Small Airport |
| Lodge Okajo Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Midgard Airport | MQG | Small Airport |
| Okahandja Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Omatako Hunting Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Onjossa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Osona Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Okahandja
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Nampost | |
| Nampost |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Okahandja
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Betesda Church | |
| Friedenskirche Okahandja | |
| Gereformeerde Kerk | |
| NG Kerk | |
| Old Apostolic Church | |
| Rheinische Missionskirche |
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Public Holidays in Namibia
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What is the population of Okahandja?
Okahandja has a population of 26,832 residents and is located in Namibia. The population density is 309 people per square mile, spread across 86.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Okahandja?
Okahandja enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.7 inches.