Best Time to Visit Xai-Xai, Gaza, Mozambique
Xai-Xai is at its sunniest and driest in June–September.
The best time to visit Xai-Xai for sunny, dry weather is June and August–September — 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 18.9°C / 66°F in July to 26.8°C / 80.2°F in January, with rainfall from 30 mm / 1.2 in (August) to 151 mm / 5.9 in (January). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Xai-Xai, Gaza, Mozambique's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Xai-Xai'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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 19.4°C66.9°F | 50 mm2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 20.4°C68.7°F | 30 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| September | 22.4°C72.3°F | 40 mm1.6″ | Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Xai-Xai?
The best time to visit Xai-Xai for sunny, dry weather is June, August, September. At the city itself, the warmest month is January averaging 26.8°C / 80.2°F, and the driest is August with about 30 mm / 1.2 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Xai-Xai's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Xai-Xai?
The rainy season at Xai-Xai, Gaza runs through December–April, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 87 mm / 3.4 in. The wettest single month is January (151 mm / 5.9 in).
What is the driest month in Xai-Xai?
The driest month in Xai-Xai is August, averaging about 30 mm / 1.2 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 20.4°C / 68.7°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Xai-Xai?
The least comfortable months for travel to Xai-Xai — 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 151 mm / 5.9 in in January, and the coldest month averages 18.9°C / 66°F.
Is Xai-Xai climate different from Mozambique overall?
Yes, usually. Our Xai-Xai 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 Xai-Xai specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.