Namibia is known for its deserts (Namib and Kalahari), but 2011 appears to be the Year of Rain. Rains, starting in late January, normally tail off in March/early April. But, the rains are still going in early May!
As a country that relies on tourism, the May-July time period is known as a cool and dry winter...and tourists really don't have to even think about rain. When we lived in Windhoek during 2009, I remember being happy to see clouds in September---the sky was simply devoid of any moisture. Weather forecasts were almost exactly the same every day. Perfect for tourists, who don't want to think and plan.
This year has been different. Packing rain coats looks to be a good idea.
However, the end of the rain-slaught may be in sight. This article notes that weather patterns are changing in southern Africa, and the rainy season looks to be a thing of the past. We'll cross our fingers, and hope for dry traveling weather (especially when camping).
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