Climate Insights for Montepuez
Cabo Delgado Province, Mozambique
Climate Overview
The climate in Montepuez is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 888 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 233 mm of rainfall. Montepuez 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, October, December. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 17°C.The climate in Montepuez is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 76°F and approximately 35 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 9.2 in of rainfall. Montepuez 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, October, December. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 62°F.
Temperature
Montepuez sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 17°C to 32°C. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°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 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Montepuez sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 62°F to 90°F. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 90°F and the mean temperature sits around 80°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 62°F and an average of 71°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Montepuez is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 888 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 74 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 233 mm of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 2 mm. That's 231 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.Montepuez is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 35 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.9 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 9.2 in of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 0.1 in. That's 9.1 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
Montepuez 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 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/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 13km/h in winter, 12km/h in spring, 8km/h in summer, 11km/h in autumn.Montepuez 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 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, 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 3mph 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 8mph in winter, 8mph in spring, 5mph in summer, 7mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Montepuez is during April, May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 15 mm per month. By contrast, November 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 Montepuez is during April, May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 73°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.6 in per month. By contrast, November can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 90°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 Montepuez 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 Montepuez 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.