Namibia

Walvis Bay

Walvis Bay - photo 1

Photo by Valeria Hutter on Unsplash.

Walvis Bay is a coastal city in Namibia. While it sits on the Atlantic shore and has marine access, the area is primarily a transport and industrial hub rather than a dedicated diving destination. The nearby coast can offer access to offshore Namibia’s cold, nutrient-rich waters, but there are no locally active dive centers or well-known dive sites listed for this city itself. Visitors typically focus on logistics, coastal scenery, and perhaps regional freshwater or offshore experiences further afield. If you’re planning a dive trip, consider other Namibian sites or longer trips along the coast to reach reputable dive centers and known wreck or reef sites.

Essential information for traveling in Namibia

About Namibia

Sea
South Atlantic Ocean
Timezone
Africa/Windhoek
Languages
EN AF
Demonym
Namibian
Phone prefix
+264

Practicalities

Currency
NAD
Voltage
230
Plug type
Type D
Airports
WDH WVB LUD

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

Dive sites and dive centers around Walvis Bay

Nearby Dive Sites (1)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Walvis Bay

The best time to dive in Walvis Bay

The best months to dive in Walvis Bay are from March to April. Temperatures are confortable (17-20°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
19 °C 17 °C 8/10
02 - Feb.
19 °C 20 °C 8/10
03 - Mar.
20 °C 17 °C 8/10
04 - Apr.
17 °C 16 °C 9/10
05 - May
21 °C 16 °C 9/10
06 - Jun.
18 °C 14 °C 9/10
07 - Jul.
14 °C 14 °C 9/10
08 - Aug.
13 °C 13 °C 9/10
09 - Sept.
15 °C 14 °C 9/10
10 - Oct.
15 °C 15 °C 9/10
11 - Nov.
17 °C 16 °C 9/10
12 - Dec.
19 °C 19 °C 8/10

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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