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Otjiwarongo
City in Otjozondjupa, Namibia
Overview
Otjiwarongo is a busy regional hub in northern Namibia, known for its friendly community, nearby nature reserves, and convenient access for travelers exploring central Namibia. The city blends local culture with basic urban amenities, making it a comfortable stop between Windhoek and Etosha National Park.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Namibia
Region
Otjozondjupa
Population
49,022
Time Zone
Africa/Windhoek
Coordinates
-20.46°, 16.65°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
58
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
40
Traffic Safety
50
Food Safety
65
Monthly Cost
$1,105
Local Cost
$580
Local Income
$310
Cashless
30
English
70
Temperature
21.2°C
Summer Avg
24.7°C
Winter Avg
15.7°C
Record High
39.5°C
Record Low
-1.3°C
Humidity
38%
Precipitation
441 mm
Internet Speed
55 Mbps
Upload
53 Mbps
Latency
55 ms
City Vibrancy
20
Coworking
0
Cafes
5
Nightlife
4
Parks
11
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
OTJ
Distance
4 km
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 6 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 65/100.
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