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Oshikuku, Namibia
Omusati Region · Namibia
Oshikuku is a small town in Omusati Region, Namibia with a population of 3,272. Elevation: 3,573 ft (1,089 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
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About Oshikuku
Oshikuku is a town in Omusati Region in the north of Namibia. It is situated on the C46 from Oshakati to Ruacana about 30 km (19 mi) west of Oshakati. It is the district capital of Oshikuku Constituency. Oshikuku had a population of 5,499 people in 2023.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,272 |
| Population Density | 256 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,573 ft (1,089 m) |
| Coordinates | -17.6358°, 15.4817° |
| Timezone | Africa/Windhoek |
| Country | 🇳🇦 Namibia |
| State / Province | Omusati Region |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 19.3 inches (489 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Oshikuku
Oshikuku is a small town in Namibia (Omusati Region) with a population of 3,272. The city sits at an elevation of 3,573 feet (1,089 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Windhoek.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.1°F |
| 35% above Namibia avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 301 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,573 ft (1,089 m) |
| Area | 12.8 sq mi (33.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 256/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -17.6358°N, 15.4817°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 (24°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 | Driest |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 74°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 2.0 in |
Oshikuku has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 63°F in July to 79°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 19.3 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.7") and June the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Oshikuku
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNAM Ogongo Campus | University | — | — |
Schools in Oshikuku
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Naango Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Oshuungu Combined School | — | — | — | — |
| Ashipala Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nuuyoma Senior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nuukata Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Omagalanga Combined School | — | — | — | — |
| Mupewa Combined School | — | — | — | — |
| Oshikuku Private School | — | — | — | — |
| Otshipya Combined School | — | — | — | — |
| Okaleke Combined School | — | — | — | — |
| Etayi Combined School | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Oshikuku
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oshana Regional Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Oshikuku
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omadenga Cucashops |
Hotels in Oshikuku
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Oshikuku
4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Oshikuku
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Oshikuku
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Oshikuku
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ngjiva Pereira Airport | VPE | Medium Airport |
| Ondangwa Airport | OND | Medium Airport |
| Okahao Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Oshakati Airport | OHI | Small Airport |
| Outapi Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Oshikuku
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| ELCIN | |
| St Theresa Church |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Oshikuku?
Oshikuku has a population of 3,272 residents and is located in Namibia. The population density is 256 people per square mile, spread across 12.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Oshikuku?
Oshikuku 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 63°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.3 inches.