Climate Insights for Matamba

The climate in Matamba is temperate. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 6797mm of precipitation falls per year. Matamba receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Matamba sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Matamba sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 10°C to 25°C. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 25°C and the mean temperature sits around 19°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 10°C and an average of 15°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Matamba is a very wet location, receiving approximately 6797mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 566mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 1287mm of rainfall. December and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 35mm. That's 1253mm 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.

Matamba is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/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 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

It is currently spring in Matamba, which began on September 23, 2026. Matamba sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced. Temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in October at around 25°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 10°C. Summer is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).

The best time to visit Matamba is during June, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 43mm per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 25°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 10°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Matamba 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.