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Okakarara, Namibia
Otjozondjupa Region · Namibia
Okakarara is a small city in Otjozondjupa Region, Namibia with a population of 5,581. Elevation: 4,354 ft (1,327 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).
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About Okakarara
Okakarara is a town in Otjozondjupa Region, Namibia, located 50 kilometres (31 mi) southeast of Waterberg National Park. It had a population of 7,123 in 2023, up from 3,269 in 2001.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,581 |
| Population Density | 4,360 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,354 ft (1,327 m) |
| Coordinates | -20.5876°, 17.4594° |
| Timezone | Africa/Windhoek |
| Country | 🇳🇦 Namibia |
| State / Province | Otjozondjupa Region |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.0 inches (382 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Okakarara
Okakarara is a small city in Namibia (Otjozondjupa Region) with a population of 5,581. The city sits at an elevation of 4,354 feet (1,327 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Windhoek.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.7°F |
| 27% above Namibia avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 309 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,354 ft (1,327 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,360/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -20.5876°N, 17.4594°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Windhoek |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 3.6 in | |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 63°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 | 62°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 0.5 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
Okakarara has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 57°F in July to 76°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 15.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (3.9") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Okakarara
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Okakarara Senior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Okakarara Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Okakarara Vocational Training Centre | — | — | — | — |
| Ongongombonde Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Okakarara Vocational Training Centre | — | — | — | — |
| Ongongombonde Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Okakarara
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Clinics in Okakarara
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Okakarara
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Okakarara
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Okakarara
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| B2Gold Otjikoto Mine Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Eureka Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Oha Kaua/Otjiwa Lodge Landing Site | — | Small Airport |
| Okakarara Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Okorusu Mine Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Wabi Lodge Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Waterberg Wilderness Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Okakarara
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Nampost |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Namibia
13 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Okakarara?
Okakarara has a population of 5,581 residents and is located in Namibia. The population density is 4,360 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Okakarara?
Okakarara enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.0 inches.