Capital city in Maputo City, Mozambique
Maputo weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Maputo
May–Oct is dry and cooler. Nov–Mar is hot and humid with heavy rain and occasional cyclone flooding; Dec–Jan is busiest with South African holidaymakers.
Maputo weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan31°153 mm
- Feb31°99 mm
- Mar30°95 mm
- Apr28°64 mm
- May27°20 mm
- Jun25°18 mm
- Jul25°16 mm
- Aug26°14 mm
- Sep28°28 mm
- Oct29°51 mm
- Nov30°98 mm
- Dec31°122 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C87°F | 22°C71°F | 153 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| February | 31°C87°F | 22°C72°F | 99 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| March | 30°C87°F | 21°C70°F | 95 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| April | 28°C83°F | 19°C66°F | 64 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| May | 27°C81°F | 16°C61°F | 20 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| June | 25°C77°F | 14°C57°F | 18 mm | 68% | Pleasant |
| July | 25°C77°F | 14°C56°F | 16 mm | 67% | Pleasant |
| August | 26°C80°F | 15°C58°F | 14 mm | 66% | Pleasant |
| September | 28°C83°F | 17°C62°F | 28 mm | 65% | Pleasant |
| October | 29°C84°F | 18°C65°F | 51 mm | 68% | Pleasant |
| November | 30°C86°F | 20°C67°F | 98 mm | 70% | Pleasant |
| December | 31°C87°F | 21°C70°F | 122 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
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Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Maputo?
May–Oct. May–Oct is dry and cooler. Nov–Mar is hot and humid with heavy rain and occasional cyclone flooding; Dec–Jan is busiest with South African holidaymakers.
When is the rainy season in Maputo?
Rain peaks in January with about 153 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jan.
What is the hottest month in Maputo?
February, with average highs of 31°C (87°F).
How cold does Maputo get?
The coolest nights are in July, averaging 14°C (56°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.