The month in detail
What to expect in August
August is peak dry season in Tofo. The air is warm and humidity more bearable than in the rainy season. Rain is virtually absent (9% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if November (8.9/10) remains theoretically better.
August ranks 4 out of 12 months in Tofo.
This month's conditions
What it's like in August
UV index
6 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
muggy at times
16°
Sea
24°C
pleasant for swimming
Daylight
11.2h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 30
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Is August the right month?
The best month in Tofo is November (8.9/10), 0.3 pt higher than August.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · Mozambique
🗣️LanguagePortuguese
💶CurrencyMetical mozambicain (MT)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘSafe · 2/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthFebruary · 30°C
❄️Coolest monthJuly · 24°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJanuary · 37%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
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Location
Where is Tofo ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
MozambiqueTropical climate with a 8.9 → 5.4 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
23.75°S · 35.54°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Tofo?
November is the best month with 28.0°C highs, 23.0°C lows, 8.5h of sunshine and 17.0% rainy days. The months of November & October offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Tofo get in November?
Tofo averages 8.5 sunshine hours per day in November. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.5/10.
What is the rainiest month in Tofo?
February is the most unfavourable month with February has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Tofo in November?
In November, overnight lows reach 23.0°C, while afternoon highs average 28.0°C.
Is Tofo good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Tofo scores 6.9/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains November with a score of 8.5/10.
When should you avoid Tofo?
February is the most difficult month to visit Tofo, with February has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Tofo in August?
In August, the sea averages 24°C in Tofo: pleasant for swimming. Swimming is pleasant without a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Tofo in August?
The average UV index reaches 6 in August in Tofo (high), with about 11.2h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.