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Outapi, Namibia

Omusati Region · Namibia

Outapi is a small city in Omusati Region, Namibia with a population of 7,629. Elevation: 3,658 ft (1,115 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

7,629 Population 2,826/sq mi density
3,658 ft Elevation 1,115 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
16.3 in Annual Rain
Africa / Windhoek Timezone

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About Outapi

Outapi

Outapi wa Nakafingo na Temba, well known as Outapi or Uutapi and Ombalantu, is a town in northern Namibia near the border with Angola, situated 90 km (56 mi) northwest of Oshakati. It is the capital of the Omusati region and the district capital of the Outapi electoral constituency. It had a population of 13,664 people in 2023. The language spoken there is Oshiwambo.

People

Population7,629
Density2,826/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain16.3 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation3,658 ft (1,115 m)
Population7,629
Population Density2,826 / sq mi
Elevation3,658 ft (1,115 m)
Coordinates-17.5038°, 14.9838°
TimezoneAfrica/Windhoek
Country🇳🇦 Namibia
State / ProvinceOmusati Region
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation16.3 inches (415 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Outapi

Outapi is a small city in Namibia (Omusati Region) with a population of 7,629. The city sits at an elevation of 3,658 feet (1,115 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Windhoek.

Outapi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 306 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 16.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,658 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average72.9°F
35% above Namibia avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,658 ft (1,115 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²)
Population Density2,826/sq mi
Coordinates-17.5038°N, 14.9838°W
TimezoneAfrica/Windhoek

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 16.3"
57% below Namibia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.06"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M4.0 on Apr 11, 2010.

Apr 11, 2010 50 km S of Ondangwa, Namibia M4.0 142 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 4.1 in Wettest
February 76°F (24°C) 4.1 in
March 76°F (24°C) 3.8 in
April 75°F (24°C) 0.9 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 (23°C) 0.0 in
October 78°F (26°C) 0.4 in
November 79°F (26°C) 1.3 in Warmest
December 78°F (25°C) 1.7 in

Outapi has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 63°F in July to 79°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 16.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.1") and June the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Outapi

18 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Erkki Tauya School - - - -
Canisianum Roman Catholic High School - - - -
Okanimekwa Combined School - - - -
Outapi Primary School - - - -
Oshiputu Combined School - - - -
Dr. Kleopas Dumeni Combined School - - - -
Jerry Ekandjo Combined School - - - -
Anamulenge Primary School - - - -
Sakeus Iihuhua School - - - -
David Sheehama Secondary School - - - -
Onawa Senior Secondary School - - - -
Vision Private Primary School - - - -
Ombandjele Primary School - - - -
Omunyele Primary School - - - -
Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila Resource & Vocational School - - - -
John Pandeni Combined School - - - -
Nakayale Vocational Training Centre - - - -
DAPP Centre - - - -
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Radio Stations near Outapi

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Outapi

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Outapi War Museum

Farmers Markets in Outapi

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Oshikwanambwa
Outapi Open Market

Hotels in Outapi

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Epikaizo Guest House
Outapi Town Hotel

Clinics in Outapi

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

NA #1198221911
Onawa Clinic

Veterinaries in Outapi

6 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ohama yashuunda CP
Okafitu kasisiya
Okafitukakafimbi CP
Omhakoya CP
Onawa CP
Oshihwashaaluholo CP

Bus Stations in Outapi

2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Shared taxi
Shared taxi

Gas Stations in Outapi

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

NA #2280966899
NA #5038913028
NA #6486364385

Airports Near Outapi

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ngjiva Pereira AirportVPEMedium Airport
Xangongo AirportXGNMedium Airport
Okahao Airport-Small Airport
Oshakati AirportOHISmall Airport
Outapi Airport-Small Airport
Ruacana Airport-Small Airport
Uukwaluudhi Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Outapi

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
NamPost

Churches & Religious Organizations in Outapi

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Nakayale Elcin Parish

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Windhoek
Website
otc.iway.na/

🇳🇦 About Namibia

Capital Windhoek
Population 2,448,255
Area 825,418 km²
GDP (USD) $12,408,271,449
GDP per capita $4,188
HDI 0.665
Life expectancy 67.4 years
Internet users 64.4%
Urban population 50.0%
Currency NAD (Dollar)
Languages Afrikaans, German, English, Herero, Khoekhoe, Kwangali, Lozi, Ndonga, Tswana
Calling code +264
TLD .na
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Namibia

13 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Mar 21 Independence Day Independence Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 1 Workers' Day Workers' Day
May 4 Cassinga Day Cassinga Day
May 14 Ascension Day Ascension Day
May 25 Africa Day Africa Day
May 28 Genocide Remembrance Day Genocide Remembrance Day
Aug 26 Heroes' Day Heroes' Day
Dec 10 Human Rights Day Human Rights Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 Day of Goodwill St. Stephen's Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Outapi

What is the population of Outapi?

Outapi has a population of 7,629 residents and is located in Namibia. The population density is 2,826 people per square mile, spread across 2.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Outapi?

Outapi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.3 inches.

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