Best Time to Visit Quelimane, Zambezia, Mozambique
Quelimane is at its sunniest and driest in August–October.
The best time to visit Quelimane for sunny, dry weather is August–October — 3 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through May–November; the wetter half falls in December–April. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 20.8°C / 69.4°F in July to 27.8°C / 82°F in January, with rainfall from 14 mm / 0.6 in (September) to 239 mm / 9.4 in (January). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Quelimane, Zambezia, Mozambique's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Quelimane'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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| August | 21.8°C71.2°F | 27 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| September | 23.8°C74.8°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 25.5°C77.9°F | 27 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Quelimane?
The best time to visit Quelimane for sunny, dry weather is August, September, October. At the city itself, the warmest month is January averaging 27.8°C / 82°F, and the driest is September with about 14 mm / 0.6 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Quelimane's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Quelimane?
The rainy season at Quelimane, Zambezia runs through December–April, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 80 mm / 3.1 in. The wettest single month is January (239 mm / 9.4 in).
What is the driest month in Quelimane?
The driest month in Quelimane is September, averaging about 14 mm / 0.6 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 23.8°C / 74.8°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Quelimane?
The least comfortable months for travel to Quelimane — 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 239 mm / 9.4 in in January, and the coldest month averages 20.8°C / 69.4°F.
Is Quelimane climate different from Mozambique overall?
Yes, usually. Our Quelimane 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 Quelimane specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.