Maputo weather in October
Should you visit Maputo in October?
✅ Yes if: you want good weather with lower prices than peak season.
❌ No if: you need guaranteed perfect weather — some mixed days are possible.
Our take: October in Maputo is absolutely delightful—warm but not scorching at 19–27°C, with minimal rain and nearly 12 hours of daily sunshine. The sea's a perfect 24°C for swimming, making it ideal for beach lovers and water enthusiasts. You'll enjoy mild weather without the intense summer heat, though you'll want light layers for cooler mornings and evenings.
Maputo in October by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ✅ Good
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
What to expect in October
🎯 Harvest season — fresh local produce at markets and restaurants Autumn in Maputo is often underrated: 27°C, golden light and declining crowds. An interesting window. Rain risk remains low (24% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if September (8.8/10) remains theoretically better.
All months for Maputo
Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | 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 |
October vs September (best month)
The best month is September (score 8.8/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +0°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -5%
- ☀️ Sunshine : -0.5h/day