Climate Insights for Caia

, Sofala Province, Mozambique

Hottest
November
35°C peak
Coldest
July
17°C low
Wettest
January
173mm rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Caia is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 687mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 173mm of rainfall. Caia 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: November, December, October. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 17°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 32° Average: 28° Min: 24° Feb Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 25° Mar Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 24° Apr Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 22° May Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 19° Jun Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 17° Jul Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 17° Aug Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 18° Sep Max: 33° Average: 26° Min: 20° Oct Max: 35° Average: 28° Min: 22° Nov Max: 35° Average: 29° Min: 24° Dec Max: 35° Average: 29° Min: 25°
Max
Average
Min

Caia sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 17°C to 35°C. November is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 35°C and an average of 29°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 17°C and an average of 22°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 173mm Feb Precipitation: 121mm Mar Precipitation: 147mm Apr Precipitation: 30mm May Precipitation: 8mm Jun Precipitation: 13mm Jul Precipitation: 8mm Aug Precipitation: 7mm Sep Precipitation: 6mm Oct Precipitation: 14mm Nov Precipitation: 45mm Dec Precipitation: 116mm
Precipitation

Caia is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 687mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 57mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 173mm of rainfall. March and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 6mm. That's 167mm less than January, 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

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 15km/h Feb Wind Speed: 14km/h Mar Wind Speed: 16km/h Apr Wind Speed: 14km/h May Wind Speed: 13km/h Jun Wind Speed: 13km/h Jul Wind Speed: 14km/h Aug Wind Speed: 16km/h Sep Wind Speed: 18km/h Oct Wind Speed: 20km/h Nov Wind Speed: 19km/h Dec Wind Speed: 16km/h
Wind Speed

Caia is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 16km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 20km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 13km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 7km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

89 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Caia, which began on March 20, 2026. Caia is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed — spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in November at around 35°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 17°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 20 to 35°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 65mm over the season and a monthly average of 22mm. Winds are moderate at around 19km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 24 to 35°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 410mm across the season with a monthly average of 137mm. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 19 to 32°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 185mm for the season, averaging 62mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 17 to 30°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 28mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 28°
Feb 28°
Mar 27°
Apr 26°
May 24°
Jun 22°
Jul 22°
Aug 24°
Sep 26°
Oct 28°
Nov 29°
Dec 29°

The best time to visit Caia is during May, June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 9mm per month. By contrast, November can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 35°C. 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 Caia 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
24 °C
32 °C
15 km/h
173 mm
0 cm
Feb
25 °C
33 °C
14 km/h
121 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
24 °C
32 °C
16 km/h
147 mm
0 cm
Apr
22 °C
31 °C
14 km/h
30 mm
0 cm
May
19 °C
29 °C
13 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
Jun
17 °C
27 °C
13 km/h
13 mm
0 cm
Jul
17 °C
27 °C
14 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
Aug
18 °C
30 °C
16 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Sep
20 °C
33 °C
18 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Oct
22 °C
35 °C
20 km/h
14 mm
0 cm
Nov
24 °C
35 °C
19 km/h
45 mm
0 cm
Dec
25 °C
35 °C
16 km/h
116 mm
0 cm
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