Climate Insights for Chimoio
Cidade de Chimoio, Manica Province, Mozambique
Climate Overview
The climate in Chimoio is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 1,143 mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 240 mm of rainfall. Chimoio 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: October, December, November. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 12°C.The climate in Chimoio is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 71°F and approximately 45 in of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 9.5 in of rainfall. Chimoio 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: October, December, November. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 54°F.
Temperature
Chimoio sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 12°C to 30°C. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 12°C and an average of 18°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.Chimoio sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 54°F to 85°F. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 85°F and the mean temperature sits around 74°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 54°F and an average of 64°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 18°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 5°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Chimoio is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,143 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 95 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 240 mm of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 15 mm. That's 226 mm less than December, 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.Chimoio is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 45 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.7 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 9.4 in of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0.6 in. That's 8.9 in less than December, 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
Chimoio is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/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 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 7km/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.Chimoio is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 5mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 5mph, 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 Chimoio is during April, May, June, July, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 26 mm per month. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Chimoio is during April, May, June, July, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 69°F with modest rainfall averaging 1 in per month. 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 Chimoio 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 Chimoio 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.