Climate Insights for Mocímboa da Praia
Cabo Delgado Province, Mozambique
Climate Overview
The climate in Mocímboa da Praia is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 1,119 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 246 mm of rainfall. Mocímboa da Praia 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, November, January. The coldest months are July, August, September, when temperatures can drop to 20°C.The climate in Mocímboa da Praia is hot. The average annual temperature is 78°F and approximately 44 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 9.7 in of rainfall. Mocímboa da Praia 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, November, January. The coldest months are July, August, September, when temperatures can drop to 68°F.
Temperature
Mocímboa da Praia sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 20°C to 32°C. The warmest month is December, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 20°C and an average of 23°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.Mocímboa da Praia sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 68°F to 89°F. The warmest month is December, when average highs reach 89°F and the mean temperature sits around 82°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 68°F and an average of 74°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 14°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Mocímboa da Praia is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,119 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 93 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 246 mm of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 13 mm. That's 233 mm 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.Mocímboa da Praia is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 44 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.7 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 9.7 in of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0.5 in. That's 9.2 in 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
Mocímboa da Praia 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 July, averaging 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 8km/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. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 14km/h in winter, 11km/h in spring, 9km/h in summer, 11km/h in autumn.Mocímboa da Praia 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 July, averaging 9mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 9mph in winter, 7mph in spring, 6mph in summer, 7mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Mocímboa da Praia is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 14 mm per month. By contrast, December can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 32°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Mocímboa da Praia is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 75°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.6 in per month. By contrast, December can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 89°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 Mocímboa da Praia 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 Mocímboa da Praia 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.