Best Time to Visit Beira, Sofala, Mozambique
Beira is at its sunniest and driest in June–September.
The best time to visit Beira for sunny, dry weather is June–September — 4 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through April–October; the wetter half falls in November–March. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 20.7°C / 69.3°F in July to 27.9°C / 82.2°F in January, with rainfall from 25 mm / 1 in (September) to 260 mm / 10.2 in (February). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Beira, Sofala, Mozambique's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Beira's climate is broadly consistently warm. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 21.3°C70.3°F | 37 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| July | 20.7°C69.3°F | 34 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| August | 21.6°C70.9°F | 31 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| September | 23.4°C74.1°F | 25 mm1″ | Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Beira?
The best time to visit Beira for sunny, dry weather is June, July, August, September. At the city itself, the warmest month is January averaging 27.9°C / 82.2°F, and the driest is September with about 25 mm / 1 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Beira's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Beira?
The rainy season at Beira, Sofala runs through November–March, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 114 mm / 4.5 in. The wettest single month is February (260 mm / 10.2 in).
What is the driest month in Beira?
The driest month in Beira is September, averaging about 25 mm / 1 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 23.4°C / 74.1°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Beira?
The least comfortable months for travel to Beira — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, May, June, July, August. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 260 mm / 10.2 in in February, and the coldest month averages 20.7°C / 69.3°F.
Is Beira climate different from Mozambique overall?
Yes, usually. Our Beira figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Mozambique figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Beira specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.