Climate Insights for Marracuene

, Maputo Province, Mozambique

Hottest
December
30°C peak
Coldest
July
15°C low
Wettest
February
131mm rain
Best to Visit
April, May, June
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Marracuene is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 661mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 131mm of rainfall. Marracuene 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: December, February, March. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 15°C.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° Feb Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° Mar Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 22° Apr Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 20° May Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 18° Jun Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 16° Jul Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 15° Aug Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 16° Sep Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 18° Oct Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Nov Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 21° Dec Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23°
Max
Average
Min

Marracuene sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 15°C to 30°C. The warmest month is December, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 15°C and an average of 20°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm 125mm 150mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 116mm Feb Precipitation: 131mm Mar Precipitation: 63mm Apr Precipitation: 52mm May Precipitation: 24mm Jun Precipitation: 13mm Jul Precipitation: 11mm Aug Precipitation: 8mm Sep Precipitation: 26mm Oct Precipitation: 49mm Nov Precipitation: 65mm Dec Precipitation: 103mm
Precipitation

Marracuene is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 661mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 55mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 131mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 8mm. That's 124mm less than February, 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 25km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 21km/h Feb Wind Speed: 21km/h Mar Wind Speed: 19km/h Apr Wind Speed: 19km/h May Wind Speed: 17km/h Jun Wind Speed: 18km/h Jul Wind Speed: 19km/h Aug Wind Speed: 21km/h Sep Wind Speed: 23km/h Oct Wind Speed: 23km/h Nov Wind Speed: 23km/h Dec Wind Speed: 22km/h
Wind Speed

Marracuene is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 20km/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 23km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 17km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 6km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 19km/h in winter, 23km/h in spring, 21km/h in summer, 18km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

89 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Marracuene, which began on March 20, 2026. Marracuene 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 December at around 30°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 15°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 18 to 29°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 140mm over the season and a monthly average of 47mm. Winds are moderate at around 23km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 23 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 350mm across the season with a monthly average of 117mm. Winds are moderate at around 21km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 18 to 30°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 140mm over the season and a monthly average of 47mm. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 15 to 26°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 31mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 19km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 26°
Feb 26°
Mar 26°
Apr 24°
May 22°
Jun 20°
Jul 20°
Aug 21°
Sep 23°
Oct 23°
Nov 25°
Dec 26°

The best time to visit Marracuene is during April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 31mm per month. By contrast, December can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 30°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Marracuene 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
23 °C
30 °C
21 km/h
116 mm
0 cm
Feb
23 °C
30 °C
21 km/h
131 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
22 °C
30 °C
19 km/h
63 mm
0 cm
Apr
20 °C
28 °C
19 km/h
52 mm
0 cm
May
18 °C
27 °C
17 km/h
24 mm
0 cm
Jun
16 °C
25 °C
18 km/h
13 mm
0 cm
Jul
15 °C
25 °C
19 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Aug
16 °C
26 °C
21 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
Sep
18 °C
28 °C
23 km/h
26 mm
0 cm
Oct
19 °C
28 °C
23 km/h
49 mm
0 cm
Nov
21 °C
29 °C
23 km/h
65 mm
0 cm
Dec
23 °C
30 °C
22 km/h
103 mm
0 cm
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