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Tsumeb, Namibia
Oshikoto Region · Namibia
Tsumeb is a small city in Oshikoto Region, Namibia with a population of 22,845. Elevation: 4,295 ft (1,309 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Tsumeb
Tsumeb is a town of around 35,000 inhabitants and the largest town and the former capital of the Oshikoto region in northern Namibia.
People
Climate
| Population | 22,845 |
| Population Density | 3,287 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,295 ft (1,309 m) |
| Coordinates | -19.2484°, 17.7135° |
| Timezone | Africa/Windhoek |
| Country | 🇳🇦 Namibia |
| State / Province | Oshikoto Region |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.2 inches (514 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tsumeb
Tsumeb is a small city in Namibia (Oshikoto Region) with a population of 22,845. The city sits at an elevation of 4,295 feet (1,309 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Windhoek.
Climate in Tsumeb
Tsumeb has an average annual temperature of 24.6°C (76°F). The hottest month is Nov (29.5°C), the coldest is Jul (17.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 325 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.0°F |
| 31% above Namibia avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 299 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,295 ft (1,309 m) |
| Area | 7.0 sq mi (18.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,287/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -19.2484°N, 17.7135°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Windhoek |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 4.9 in | |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 65°F (19°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 0.9 in | Warmest |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 2.6 in |
Tsumeb has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 61°F in June to 77°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 20.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.2") and July the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Tsumeb
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| NUST Regional Centre | College | - | Visit → |
Schools in Tsumeb
14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Etosha Senior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tsumeb Gimnasium Hostels | - | - | - | - |
| El Shaddai Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| El Shaddai High School | - | - | - | - |
| Opawa Junior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Francis Galton Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tsumeb English Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Otjikoto Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kuvukiland Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nomtsoub Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Francis Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tsumeb Gimnasium | - | - | - | - |
| Ondundu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tsumeb Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Tsumeb
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Tsumeb
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tsumeb Museum |
Farmers Markets in Tsumeb
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tsumeb Open Market |
Hotels in Tsumeb
7 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Tsumeb
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Tsumeb
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Tsumeb
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Tsumeb
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Tsumeb
3 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Tsumeb
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Tsumeb
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tsumeb
7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Tsumeb
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Tsumeb
3 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Tsumeb
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Tsumeb
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Tsumeb
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Grootfontein Airport | GFY | Medium Airport |
| Tsumeb Airport | TSB | Medium Airport |
| B2Gold Otjikoto Mine Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Khorab Safari Lodge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Rochelle Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Mokuti Lodge Airport | OKU | Small Airport |
| Mushara Lodge Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Operet Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Tsumeb
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| NamPost |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tsumeb
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| AGS | |
| Evangelical Church | |
| Evangelical Lutheran Church | |
| Jeremia-Kirche Tsumeb | |
| Nederduitse Gereformeerde Kerk | |
| St. Barbara |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Namibia
13 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Tsumeb
What is the population of Tsumeb?
Tsumeb has a population of 22,845 residents and is located in Namibia. The population density is 3,287 people per square mile, spread across 7.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tsumeb?
Tsumeb has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.2 inches.