With a population of 52,058, Walvis Bay is the largest city in Erongo, Namibia by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Walvis Bay has to offer.
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Walvis Bay in February, when the average temperature is 18 °C, and the highest can go up to 19 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is August, when it can get as cold as 11 °C, with an average temperature of 13 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 0 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Walvis Bay, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.
When flying to Walvis Bay, you’ll arrive at Walvis Bay Rooikop (WVB), which is located 15 km from the city centre.
Average rates range from around €66 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €628 and up for a 5-star experience.
Expect to pay €1.09 per litre in Walvis Bay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €13.00 and €17.33. Economy (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Walvis Bay, while also 54% cheaper than other types, on average.