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Okahao, Namibia
Omusati Region · Namibia
Okahao is a small city in Omusati Region, Namibia with a population of 7,000. Elevation: 3,622 ft (1,104 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
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About Okahao
Okahao is a town in the Omusati Region of northern Namibia and the district capital of the Okahao electoral constituency which is the largest constituency in Omusati region in terms of area. It is a former mission station of the Finnish Missionary Society. Okahao had a population of 7,486 people in 2023.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,000 |
| Population Density | 4,965 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,622 ft (1,104 m) |
| Coordinates | -17.8876°, 15.0668° |
| Timezone | Africa/Windhoek |
| Country | 🇳🇦 Namibia |
| State / Province | Omusati Region |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 16.7 inches (425 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Okahao
Okahao is a small city in Namibia (Omusati Region) with a population of 7,000. The city sits at an elevation of 3,622 feet (1,104 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Windhoek.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.4°F |
| 34% above Namibia avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 306 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,622 ft (1,104 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,965/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -17.8876°N, 15.0668°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Windhoek |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 4.0 in | Wettest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 4.0 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 3.8 in | |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 0.9 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 0.5 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 1.6 in |
Okahao has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 62°F in July to 78°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 16.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.0") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Okahao
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Em-Desh School | — | — | — | — |
| Nangombe Combined School | — | — | — | — |
| Etalaleko Senior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Oshukwa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Angolo Junior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Oiva Shivute Combined School | — | — | — | — |
| NiiloTaapopi Senior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Okakutuwa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| J. P. Kandombo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sam Nujoma Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Olyasiiti Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Okahao
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oshikwanambwa |
Clinics in Okahao
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Okahao
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Okahao
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Okahao
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Okahao Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Oshakati Airport | OHI | Small Airport |
| Outapi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ruacana Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Uukwaluudhi Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Okahao
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| ELCIN | |
| ELCIN |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Namibia
13 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Okahao
What is the population of Okahao?
Okahao has a population of 7,000 residents and is located in Namibia. The population density is 4,965 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Okahao?
Okahao has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.7 inches.