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Ongwediva, Namibia
Oshana Region · Namibia
Ongwediva is a small city in Oshana Region, Namibia with a population of 24,012. Elevation: 3,570 ft (1,088 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
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About Ongwediva
Ongwediva is a town in the Oshana Region in the north of Namibia. It is the district capital of the Ongwediva electoral constituency. As of 2023 it had 33,777 inhabitants and covered 4,102 hectares of land. Ongwediva has seven churches. Most of the inhabitants speak Oshiwambo.
People
Climate
| Population | 24,012 |
| Population Density | 1,850 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,570 ft (1,088 m) |
| Coordinates | -17.7720°, 15.7656° |
| Timezone | Africa/Windhoek |
| Country | 🇳🇦 Namibia |
| State / Province | Oshana Region |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 19.2 inches (488 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ongwediva
Ongwediva is a small city in Namibia (Oshana Region) with a population of 24,012. The city sits at an elevation of 3,570 feet (1,088 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Windhoek.
Climate in Ongwediva
Ongwediva has an average annual temperature of 24.8°C (77°F). The hottest month is Nov (29.4°C), the coldest is Jul (17.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 316 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.0°F |
| 35% above Namibia avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 301 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,570 ft (1,088 m) |
| Area | 13.0 sq mi (33.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,850/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -17.7720°N, 15.7656°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Windhoek |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 4.6 in | |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
| March | 76°F (25°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 0.5 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 2.1 in |
Ongwediva has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 62°F in July to 79°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 19.2 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.7") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Ongwediva
27 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omusheshe Combined School | — | — | — | — |
| Valombola Vocational Training Centre | — | — | — | — |
| Oikango Combined School | — | — | — | — |
| Oupumako Combined School | — | — | — | — |
| Golden Maggy Private School | — | — | — | — |
| Niitembu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Omashekediva Combined School | — | — | — | — |
| Omashekediva Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ongwediva Senior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Onamutai Combined School | — | — | — | — |
| Joseph Mbangula Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ondjodjo Combined School | — | — | — | — |
| International Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kleine Kuppe Private School | — | — | — | — |
| Liberty Heritage Private School | — | — | — | — |
| Ohakweenyanga Combined School | — | — | — | — |
| Binsix Vocational Training Center | — | — | — | — |
| Mauritz Devenish Private School | — | — | — | — |
| Ongwediva Control Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Charles Anderson Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Gabriel Taapopi Senior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ongwediva Junior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kandjengedi Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Hashiyana Combined School | — | — | — | — |
| Mweshipandeka Senior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Shapwa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Eluwa Special School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Ongwediva
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Ongwediva
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oshana Regional Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ongwediva
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ongwediva Open Market | |||||
| Open Market |
Hotels in Ongwediva
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ongwediva
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Ongwediva
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Ongwediva
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Ongwediva
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ongwediva
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ongwediva
11 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Ongwediva
3 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Ongwediva
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ngjiva Pereira Airport | VPE | Medium Airport |
| Ondangwa Airport | OND | Medium Airport |
| Eenhana Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Okahao Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Oshakati Airport | OHI | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Ongwediva
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Ongwediva Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ongwediva
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| CRC Ongwediva | |
| ELCIN | |
| Onamutai Church | |
| Roman Catholic Church | |
| Saint Patrick | |
| St Paulus | |
| Universal Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Namibia
13 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Ongwediva
What is the population of Ongwediva?
Ongwediva has a population of 24,012 residents and is located in Namibia. The population density is 1,850 people per square mile, spread across 13.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ongwediva?
Ongwediva has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.2 inches.