Maputo in March: weather, rain (40%) and should you go? [2026]

Month summary

Maputo weather in March

✅ Good

🌡️ Temperature min / max

72°F – 84°F

🌧 Rainy days

40% of days

☀️ Sunshine

11.9h per day on average

🌊 🌊 Season

Spring

⭐ ⭐ Weather score

8.0/10

📅 📅 Best month

September (8.8/10)

Quick decision

Should you visit Maputo in March?

✅ Good

✅ Yes if: you want great weather for all activities.

❌ No if: you're on a tight budget — prices are higher during peak season.

🌧 Rain : ████░░░░░░ 40%

🌡 Temperature : ███████░░░ 84°F

☀️ Sunshine : ████████░░ 11.9h/d

Our take: March in Maputo is hot and humid with temperatures between 22–29°C, perfect for sun-lovers who don't mind occasional tropical downpours. You'll get nearly 12 hours of daily sunshine and warm ocean waters at 28°C, making it ideal for beach time between brief rain showers. Pack light clothes, waterproof gear, and embrace the lush, vibrant atmosphere—this month rewards flexible travelers seeking authentic summer vibes.

By trip type

Maputo in March by trip type

🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
🏖️ Beach / swimming : ✅ Good
💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season

Local context

What to expect in March

Spring marks the start of the good season in Maputo. Temperatures rise (29°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 40% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if September (8.8/10) remains theoretically better.

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Month-by-month comparison

Month	Min °F	Max °F	Rain %	Precip in	Sun h/d	Score
🌤️ January	73°F	86°F	48%	0.1in	12.7h	7.7/10
🌤️ February	73°F	86°F	54%	0.2in	11.8h	7.4/10
🌤️ March	72°F	84°F	40%	0.1in	11.9h	8.0/10
🌤️ April	68°F	82°F	30%	0.1in	10.8h	8.4/10
☀️ May	64°F	79°F	14%	0.0in	10.2h	8.6/10
☀️ June	59°F	77°F	8%	0.0in	10.0h	8.6/10
☀️ July	59°F	77°F	7%	0.0in	10.0h	8.6/10
☀️ August	61°F	79°F	9%	0.0in	10.2h	8.7/10
☀️ September	64°F	81°F	19%	0.0in	11.3h	8.8/10
☀️ October	66°F	81°F	24%	0.1in	11.8h	8.6/10
🌤️ November	70°F	82°F	32%	0.1in	12.0h	8.5/10
🌤️ December	72°F	86°F	43%	0.1in	12.3h	7.8/10

Ideal Fair Challenging climate ◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years

📊 Data source Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In March, Maputo averages 84°F, 40% rainy days and 11.9h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 8.0/10. See methodology →

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