Climate Insights for Quelimane

Cidade de Quelimane, Zambezia Province, Mozambique

Hottest
February
29°C peak85°F peak
Coldest
July
21°C low70°F low
Wettest
March
277 mm rain10.9 in rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Quelimane is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 1,015 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 277 mm of rainfall. Quelimane 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: February, January, December. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 21°C.The climate in Quelimane is hot. The average annual temperature is 78°F and approximately 40 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 10.9 in of rainfall. Quelimane 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: February, January, December. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 70°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 29°Average: 28°Min: 26°FebMax: 29°Average: 28°Min: 26°MarMax: 28°Average: 27°Min: 26°AprMax: 28°Average: 26°Min: 25°MayMax: 26°Average: 25°Min: 23°JunMax: 25°Average: 23°Min: 22°JulMax: 24°Average: 23°Min: 21°AugMax: 25°Average: 23°Min: 22°SepMax: 26°Average: 25°Min: 23°OctMax: 27°Average: 26°Min: 24°NovMax: 28°Average: 27°Min: 25°DecMax: 29°Average: 28°Min: 26°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 84°FAverage: 82°FMin: 79°FFebMax: 85°FAverage: 82°FMin: 79°FMarMax: 83°FAverage: 81°FMin: 79°FAprMax: 82°FAverage: 80°FMin: 77°FMayMax: 79°FAverage: 76°FMin: 74°FJunMax: 76°FAverage: 74°FMin: 71°FJulMax: 75°FAverage: 73°FMin: 70°FAugMax: 77°FAverage: 74°FMin: 71°FSepMax: 79°FAverage: 76°FMin: 74°FOctMax: 81°FAverage: 78°FMin: 76°FNovMax: 83°FAverage: 80°FMin: 78°FDecMax: 84°FAverage: 82°FMin: 79°F
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Quelimane has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 23°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows.Quelimane has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 15°F range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 85°F and the mean temperature sits around 82°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 70°F and an average of 73°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°F between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 212mmFebPrecipitation: 120mmMarPrecipitation: 277mmAprPrecipitation: 77mmMayPrecipitation: 40mmJunPrecipitation: 41mmJulPrecipitation: 29mmAugPrecipitation: 17mmSepPrecipitation: 13mmOctPrecipitation: 20mmNovPrecipitation: 52mmDecPrecipitation: 118mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 8.4inFebPrecipitation: 4.7inMarPrecipitation: 10.9inAprPrecipitation: 3inMayPrecipitation: 1.6inJunPrecipitation: 1.6inJulPrecipitation: 1.1inAugPrecipitation: 0.7inSepPrecipitation: 0.5inOctPrecipitation: 0.8inNovPrecipitation: 2inDecPrecipitation: 4.6in
Precipitation

Quelimane is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,015 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 85 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 277 mm of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 13 mm. That's 264 mm less than March, 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.Quelimane is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 40 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.3 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 10.9 in of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 0.5 in. That's 10.4 in less than March, 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/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 15km/hFebWind Speed: 14km/hMarWind Speed: 16km/hAprWind Speed: 14km/hMayWind Speed: 14km/hJunWind Speed: 14km/hJulWind Speed: 14km/hAugWind Speed: 16km/hSepWind Speed: 18km/hOctWind Speed: 20km/hNovWind Speed: 18km/hDecWind Speed: 16km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 9mphFebWind Speed: 9mphMarWind Speed: 10mphAprWind Speed: 9mphMayWind Speed: 8mphJunWind Speed: 9mphJulWind Speed: 9mphAugWind Speed: 10mphSepWind Speed: 11mphOctWind Speed: 12mphNovWind Speed: 11mphDecWind Speed: 10mph
Wind Speed

Quelimane 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 14km/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.Quelimane is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 10mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 12mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 8mph, 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.

Best Time to Visit

Jan28°82°F
Feb28°82°F
Mar27°81°F
Apr26°80°F
May25°76°F
Jun23°74°F
Jul23°73°F
Aug23°74°F
Sep25°76°F
Oct26°78°F
Nov27°80°F
Dec28°82°F

The best time to visit Quelimane is during May, 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 28 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 29°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Quelimane is during May, 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 1.1 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 85°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 Quelimane 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 Quelimane 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
26 °C79 °F
29 °C84 °F
15 km/h9 mph
212 mm8.4 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
26 °C79 °F
29 °C85 °F
14 km/h9 mph
120 mm4.7 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
26 °C79 °F
28 °C83 °F
16 km/h10 mph
277 mm10.9 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
25 °C77 °F
28 °C82 °F
14 km/h9 mph
77 mm3 in
0 cm0 in
May
23 °C74 °F
26 °C79 °F
14 km/h8 mph
40 mm1.6 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
22 °C71 °F
25 °C76 °F
14 km/h9 mph
41 mm1.6 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
21 °C70 °F
24 °C75 °F
14 km/h9 mph
29 mm1.1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
22 °C71 °F
25 °C77 °F
16 km/h10 mph
17 mm0.7 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
23 °C74 °F
26 °C79 °F
18 km/h11 mph
13 mm0.5 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
24 °C76 °F
27 °C81 °F
20 km/h12 mph
20 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
25 °C78 °F
28 °C83 °F
18 km/h11 mph
52 mm2 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
26 °C79 °F
29 °C84 °F
16 km/h10 mph
118 mm4.6 in
0 cm0 in