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Otavi, Namibia
Otjozondjupa Region · Namibia
Otavi is a small city in Otjozondjupa Region, Namibia with a population of 6,213. Elevation: 4,629 ft (1,411 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Otavi
Otavi is a town with 10,000 inhabitants in the Otjozondjupa Region of Namibia. Situated 360 km north of Windhoek, it is the district capital of the Otavi electoral constituency.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,213 |
| Population Density | 1,796 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,629 ft (1,411 m) |
| Coordinates | -19.6381°, 17.3399° |
| Timezone | Africa/Windhoek |
| Country | 🇳🇦 Namibia |
| State / Province | Otjozondjupa Region |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.8 inches (528 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Otavi
Otavi is a small city in Namibia (Otjozondjupa Region) with a population of 6,213. The city sits at an elevation of 4,629 feet (1,411 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Windhoek.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.7°F |
| 27% above Namibia avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 298 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,629 ft (1,411 m) |
| Area | 3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,796/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -19.6381°N, 17.3399°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Windhoek |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 5.2 in | |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 69°F (20°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| July | 58°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 2.6 in |
Otavi has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 58°F in June to 75°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 20.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.4") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Otavi
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Otavi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Khorab Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Deutsche Privatschule Otavi | - | - | - | - |
| Shalom Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Hotels in Otavi
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Otavi
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Otavi
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Otavi
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Otavi
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Otavi
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Otavi
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Tsumeb Airport | TSB | Medium Airport |
| B2Gold Otjikoto Mine Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Khorab Safari Lodge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Rochelle Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Okorusu Mine Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Wabi Lodge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Otavi
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Jubilate-Kirche Otavi |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Namibia
13 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Otavi
What is the population of Otavi?
Otavi has a population of 6,213 residents and is located in Namibia. The population density is 1,796 people per square mile, spread across 3.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Otavi?
Otavi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.8 inches.