Best Time to Visit Mozambique
Mozambique is at its sunniest and driest in May–September.
The best time to visit Mozambique for sunny, dry weather is May–September — 5 months of the year match our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. The drier half of the year covers April–October, while the wetter half runs through November–March. Country-wide monthly temperatures range from 21°C / 69.8°F in July to 28°C / 82.4°F in January, and monthly rainfall from 15 mm / 0.6 in (July) to 200 mm / 7.9 in (January). Mozambique's climate is broadly consistently warm. These are national area-weighted averages from long-term climate normals — regional variation within Mozambique can be substantial, especially for large or geographically diverse countries. Below, every month is classified against our five weather profiles so you can match your travel window to your preferred weather.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| May | 24°C75.2°F | 40 mm1.6″ | Sunny & Warm |
| June | 22°C71.6°F | 20 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| July | 21°C69.8°F | 15 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| August | 22°C71.6°F | 20 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| September | 24°C75.2°F | 40 mm1.6″ | Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Mozambique?
The best time to visit Mozambique for sunny, dry weather is May, June, July, August, September. The warmest month is January (28°C / 82.4°F country-wide average) and the driest is July (about 15 mm / 0.6 in). These months combine warmth with low rainfall based on long-term climate normals.
When is the rainy season in Mozambique?
The rainy season in Mozambique runs through November–March, when monthly rainfall exceeds the national annual median of about 80 mm / 3.1 in. The wettest single month is January, averaging 200 mm / 7.9 in.
What is the dry season in Mozambique?
The drier half of the year in Mozambique covers April–October, when monthly rainfall stays at or below the annual median of about 80 mm / 3.1 in. The driest single month is July with about 15 mm / 0.6 in.
What months should I avoid visiting Mozambique?
The least comfortable months for travel in Mozambique — based on our climate data — are January, February, May, June, July, August, September, December. These are Mozambique's wettest or coolest months. Rainfall peaks at 200 mm / 7.9 in in January, and temperatures bottom out at 21°C / 69.8°F in July.
Is there a shoulder season in Mozambique?
Shoulder-season months in Mozambique — moderate weather, lower rainfall than the wet season — include April, October. These are typically the quietest and cheapest months for travel, and often deliver decent weather without the peak-season crowd.