Dramatic rainfall hits south, more showers expected in the north this week

Staff ReporterSEVERAL parts of the country, particularly in the eastern and southern regions, were recently hit by dramatic downpours, with some areas even experiencing hailstorms.Towns such as Bethanie, Aroab, Keetmanshoop, and Helmeringhausen in the //Kharas Region, along with Aminuis in the Omaheke Region, were among those that recorded significant rainfall over the weekend.RECENT SHOWERS: Photos and videos show recent rainfall in southern and eastern areas. Photos: Facebook (Ravenelli Apollus, Christa Botha Marais, Franky Motsang, Alte Kalköfen Lodge, F.J Visser) and contributed.Many people welcomed the change in weather with enthusiasm, with photos and videos of the recent rainfall widely shared online – highlighting Namibians’ enduring appreciation for rain.While the heaviest showers so far have been concentrated in the south and east, the first few days of this week will likely see the focus shift northwards.Forecasts indicate consistent rainfall in the northern regions – a welcome relief after last week’s sweltering heatwave, during which some northern areas saw temperatures soar to 40°C or higher. Namibia Meteorological Services highlighted Rundu and Ondangwa as among the northern locations expected to receive steady rainfall this week, persisting until at least Wednesday.

admin October 13, 2025 1 min read

Staff Reporter

SEVERAL parts of the country, particularly in the eastern and southern regions, were recently hit by dramatic downpours, with some areas even experiencing hailstorms.

Towns such as Bethanie, Aroab, Keetmanshoop, and Helmeringhausen in the //Kharas Region, along with Aminuis in the Omaheke Region, were among those that recorded significant rainfall over the weekend.

RECENT SHOWERS: Photos and videos show recent rainfall in southern and eastern areas. Photos: Facebook (Ravenelli Apollus, Christa Botha Marais, Franky Motsang, Alte Kalköfen Lodge, F.J Visser) and contributed.

Many people welcomed the change in weather with enthusiasm, with photos and videos of the recent rainfall widely shared online – highlighting Namibians’ enduring appreciation for rain.

While the heaviest showers so far have been concentrated in the south and east, the first few days of this week will likely see the focus shift northwards.

Forecasts indicate consistent rainfall in the northern regions – a welcome relief after last week’s sweltering heatwave, during which some northern areas saw temperatures soar to 40°C or higher. Namibia Meteorological Services highlighted Rundu and Ondangwa as among the northern locations expected to receive steady rainfall this week, persisting until at least Wednesday.