Maputo, Mozambique

Maputo
Which Season to Choose?

Maputo, tropical capital of Mozambique — Art Deco architecture, seafood and Inhambane beaches.

Updated: March 2026 · Open-Meteo · 10 years · 12 months compared · -25.97°N 32.57°E

SeptemberBest month

27°COptimal temperature

19%Rainy days

Quick decision

When to visit Maputo?

🌞 Best time overall

September

🌡️ Optimal temperature

18°C–27°C in September

🌧 Least rain

19% rainy days in September

🌧 Wettest month

February (54%)

📅 Best score

8.8/10

By trip type

Best time by type of trip

🍽️Seafood & marketYear-round — giant prawns, matapa, piri-piri, Mercado Central.

🏛️CFM Station & FortYear-round — Eiffel-style station, Portuguese fortress, street art.

🏖️Inhaca Island beachesMay–Oct — island 1h by ferry, snorkeling, mangroves.

🎵Marrabenta & nightlifeYear-round — Mozambican music, Baixa bars, dancing.

Monthly climate data

Maputo weather month by month

Month	Min °C	Max °C	Rainy days (%)	Precip. mm/d	Sun h/d	Score
🌤️ January	23°C	30°C	48%	3.8	12.7h	7.7/10
🌤️ February	23°C	30°C	54%	4.8	11.8h	7.4/10
🌤️ March	22°C	29°C	40%	2.7	11.9h	8.0/10
🌤️ April	20°C	28°C	30%	2.1	10.8h	8.4/10
☀️ May	18°C	26°C	14%	1.0	10.2h	8.6/10
☀️ June	15°C	25°C	8%	0.6	10.0h	8.6/10
☀️ July	15°C	25°C	7%	0.3	10.0h	8.6/10
☀️ August	16°C	26°C	9%	0.5	10.2h	8.7/10
☀️ September	18°C	27°C	19%	1.1	11.3h	8.8/10
☀️ October	19°C	27°C	24%	1.9	11.8h	8.6/10
🌤️ November	21°C	28°C	32%	2.4	12.0h	8.5/10
🌤️ December	22°C	30°C	43%	3.8	12.3h	7.8/10

Ideal Fair Challenging climate Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years

🌴 Tropical destination — heavy rain months benefit from an algorithmic adjustment: tropical showers are intense but brief and usually don't ruin a trip.

Seasonal breakdown

What to expect each season

🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time

Average 28°C, 28% rainy days, 11.0h sunshine/day. Score: 8.3/10.

☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Excellent time

Average 25°C, 8% rainy days, 10.1h sunshine/day. Score: 8.6/10.

🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Excellent time

Average 27°C, 25% rainy days, 11.7h sunshine/day. Score: 8.6/10.

❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time

Average 30°C, 48% rainy days, 12.3h sunshine/day. Score: 7.6/10.

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Monthly weather

Detailed weather by month

✍️ Our take

Best months in Maputo

May✅ Good · 26°C

May is genuinely one of Maputo's best months—you're looking at pleasant 18–26°C days with hardly any rain and over 10…

August✅ Good · 26°C

August is peak time to visit Maputo if you love sunshine without the heat—think crisp mornings and warm afternoons…

September✅ Good · 27°C

September is genuinely one of Maputo's best months—warm but not oppressive, with mild 18–27°C days and barely any rain.…

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

September is ideal with 19% rainy days and 27°C.

February is the wettest month with 54% rainy days.

Yes, September is the best month with an average of 27°C.

In winter, the average score is 7.6/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.

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