Climate Insights for Mocímboa

, Cabo Delgado Province, Mozambique

Hottest
November
31°C peak
Coldest
August
19°C low
Wettest
January
238mm rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Mocímboa is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 1052mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 238mm of rainfall. Mocímboa 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, December, February. The coldest months are August, July, September, when temperatures can drop to 19°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 24° Feb Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 24° Mar Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 24° Apr Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° May Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 22° Jun Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 20° Jul Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Aug Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 19° Sep Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 20° Oct Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 21° Nov Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 23° Dec Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 24°
Max
Average
Min

Mocímboa sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 19°C to 31°C. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 24°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 238mm Feb Precipitation: 186mm Mar Precipitation: 162mm Apr Precipitation: 151mm May Precipitation: 37mm Jun Precipitation: 8mm Jul Precipitation: 9mm Aug Precipitation: 11mm Sep Precipitation: 13mm Oct Precipitation: 30mm Nov Precipitation: 50mm Dec Precipitation: 158mm
Precipitation

Mocímboa is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1052mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 88mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 238mm of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 8mm. That's 229mm 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

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 2km/h Feb Wind Speed: 2km/h Mar Wind Speed: 2km/h Apr Wind Speed: 3km/h May Wind Speed: 4km/h Jun Wind Speed: 4km/h Jul Wind Speed: 4km/h Aug Wind Speed: 3km/h Sep Wind Speed: 3km/h Oct Wind Speed: 3km/h Nov Wind Speed: 3km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Mocímboa is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/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 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 2km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

91 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Mocímboa, which began on June 21, 2026. Mocímboa is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed — spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in November at around 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 19°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 91 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 20 to 31°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 93mm over the season and a monthly average of 31mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 24 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 581mm across the season with a monthly average of 194mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 22 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 349mm across the season with a monthly average of 116mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 19 to 29°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 29mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 27°
Feb 27°
Mar 27°
Apr 26°
May 25°
Jun 24°
Jul 23°
Aug 24°
Sep 24°
Oct 26°
Nov 27°
Dec 27°

The best time to visit Mocímboa 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 10mm per month. By contrast, November can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 31°C. 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 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
24 °C
31 °C
2 km/h
238 mm
0 cm
Feb
24 °C
31 °C
2 km/h
186 mm
0 cm
Mar
24 °C
31 °C
2 km/h
162 mm
0 cm
Apr
23 °C
30 °C
3 km/h
151 mm
0 cm
May
22 °C
29 °C
4 km/h
37 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
20 °C
29 °C
4 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
Jul
19 °C
28 °C
4 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
Aug
19 °C
29 °C
3 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Sep
20 °C
29 °C
3 km/h
13 mm
0 cm
Oct
21 °C
31 °C
3 km/h
30 mm
0 cm
Nov
23 °C
31 °C
3 km/h
50 mm
0 cm
Dec
24 °C
31 °C
2 km/h
158 mm
0 cm
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