The month in detail
What to expect in March
Autumn in Tofo is often underrated: 84°F, golden light and declining crowds. An interesting window. Expect rain on 26% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if November (8.9/10) remains theoretically better.
March ranks 10 out of 12 months in Tofo. Compared to February: −2°F daytime, 11 pts fewer rainy days.
This month's conditions
What it's like in March
UV index
8 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
very humid
21°
Sea
29°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
12.2h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 21
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Is March the right month?
The best month in Tofo is November (8.9/10), 0.6 pt higher than March.
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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 · 86°F
❄️Coolest monthJuly · 75°F
🌧️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 82°F highs, 73°F 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 73°F, while afternoon highs average 82°F.
Is Tofo good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Tofo scores 6.9/10 on average — Acceptable 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 March?
In March, the sea averages 84°F in Tofo: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Tofo in March?
The average UV index reaches 8 in March in Tofo (high), with about 12.2h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.