Climate Insights for Moçâmedes
Namibe Province, Angola
Climate Overview
The climate in Moçâmedes is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 111 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 29 mm of rainfall. Moçâmedes is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: April, May, March. The coldest months are August, July, September, when temperatures can drop to 15°C.The climate in Moçâmedes is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 73°F and approximately 4.4 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 1.2 in of rainfall. Moçâmedes is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: April, May, March. The coldest months are August, July, September, when temperatures can drop to 59°F.
Temperature
Moçâmedes sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 15°C to 31°C. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 15°C and an average of 18°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Moçâmedes sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 59°F to 88°F. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 88°F and the mean temperature sits around 78°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 59°F and an average of 65°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 5°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Moçâmedes is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 111 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 9 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 29 mm of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0 mm. That's 29 mm less than March, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Moçâmedes is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 4.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.4 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 1.1 in of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0 in. That's 1.1 in less than March, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.
Wind
Moçâmedes is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Moçâmedes is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 7mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 6mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Moçâmedes is during January, February, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 7 mm per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 31°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Moçâmedes is during January, February, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 72°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.3 in per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 88°F. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Moçâmedes based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Moçâmedes based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.