Best Time to Visit Matola, Maputo, Mozambique
Matola is at its sunniest and driest in April–September.
The best time to visit Matola for sunny, dry weather is April–September — 6 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 19.2°C / 66.6°F in July to 26.6°C / 79.9°F in January, with rainfall from 9 mm / 0.4 in (June) to 134 mm / 5.3 in (January). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Matola, Maputo, Mozambique's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Matola'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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| April | 23.8°C74.8°F | 37 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Warm |
| May | 21.6°C70.9°F | 25 mm1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| June | 19.3°C66.7°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 19.2°C66.6°F | 13 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 20.3°C68.5°F | 13 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| September | 21.8°C71.2°F | 33 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Matola?
The best time to visit Matola for sunny, dry weather is April, May, June, July, August, September. At the city itself, the warmest month is January averaging 26.6°C / 79.9°F, and the driest is June with about 9 mm / 0.4 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Matola's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Matola?
The rainy season at Matola, Maputo runs through November–March, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 49 mm / 1.9 in. The wettest single month is January (134 mm / 5.3 in).
What is the driest month in Matola?
The driest month in Matola is June, averaging about 9 mm / 0.4 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 19.3°C / 66.7°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Matola?
The least comfortable months for travel to Matola — 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 134 mm / 5.3 in in January, and the coldest month averages 19.2°C / 66.6°F.
Is Matola climate different from Mozambique overall?
Yes, usually. Our Matola 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 Matola specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.