Climate Insights for Tete
Cidade de Tete, Tete Province, Mozambique
Climate Overview
The climate in Tete is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 751 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 252 mm of rainfall. Tete 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 Tete is hot. The average annual temperature is 80°F and approximately 29.5 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 9.9 in of rainfall. Tete 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 63°F.
Temperature
Tete sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 17°C to 36°C. November is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 36°C and an average of 31°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 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.Tete sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 63°F to 97°F. November is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 97°F and an average of 87°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 63°F and an average of 72°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 6°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Tete is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 751 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 63 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 252 mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 2 mm. That's 251 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.Tete is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 29.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.5 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 9.9 in of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 0.1 in. That's 9.9 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
Tete is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/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 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 9km/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 12km/h in winter, 15km/h in spring, 9km/h in summer, 11km/h in autumn.Tete 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 October, averaging 10mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, 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 5mph 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 7mph in winter, 9mph in spring, 6mph in summer, 7mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Tete is during May, June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 5 mm per month. By contrast, November can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 36°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Tete is during May, June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 75°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.2 in per month. By contrast, November can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 97°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 Tete 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 Tete 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.