Best Time to Visit Chimoio, Manica, Mozambique
Chimoio is at its sunniest and driest in May–September.
The best time to visit Chimoio for sunny, dry weather is May–September — 5 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 17.6°C / 63.7°F in July to 24.5°C / 76.1°F in January, with rainfall from 14 mm / 0.6 in (June) to 235 mm / 9.3 in (February). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Chimoio, Manica, Mozambique's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Chimoio's climate is broadly mild oceanic. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| May | 19.9°C67.8°F | 22 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 18.1°C64.6°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 17.6°C63.7°F | 18 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 19.3°C66.7°F | 17 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 21.6°C70.9°F | 18 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Chimoio?
The best time to visit Chimoio for sunny, dry weather is May, June, July, August, September. At the city itself, the warmest month is January averaging 24.5°C / 76.1°F, and the driest is June with about 14 mm / 0.6 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Chimoio's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Chimoio?
The rainy season at Chimoio, Manica runs through November–March, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 56 mm / 2.2 in. The wettest single month is February (235 mm / 9.3 in).
What is the driest month in Chimoio?
The driest month in Chimoio is June, averaging about 14 mm / 0.6 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 18.1°C / 64.6°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Chimoio?
The least comfortable months for travel to Chimoio — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, May, June, July, August, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 235 mm / 9.3 in in February, and the coldest month averages 17.6°C / 63.7°F.
Is Chimoio climate different from Mozambique overall?
Yes, usually. Our Chimoio 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 Chimoio specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.