Climate of Cabo Delgado, Mozambique
Area-weighted average across Cabo Delgado. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Cabo Delgado, a subdivision of Mozambique, has a consistently warm climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 22.7°C / 72.9°F in July to 27.1°C / 80.8°F in November, with rainfall from 3 mm / 0.1 in to 228 mm / 9 in depending on the season (1028 mm / 40.5 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26.2°C79.2°F | 228 mm9″ | Tropical |
| February | 26.2°C79.2°F | 206 mm8.1″ | Tropical |
| March | 26°C78.8°F | 207 mm8.1″ | Tropical |
| April | 25.5°C77.9°F | 108 mm4.3″ | Tropical |
| May | 24.4°C75.9°F | 20 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Warm |
| June | 23°C73.4°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Warm |
| July | 22.7°C72.9°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Warm |
| August | 23.4°C74.1°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| September | 24.7°C76.5°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 26.1°C79°F | 11 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Hot |
| November | 27.1°C80.8°F | 55 mm2.2″ | — |
| December | 26.6°C79.9°F | 172 mm6.8″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Cabo Delgado?
The best months to visit Cabo Delgado, Mozambique for sunny, dry weather are May, June, July, August, September, October. The warmest month is November at an area-wide average of 27.1°C / 80.8°F, and the driest is August with about 3 mm / 0.1 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Cabo Delgado?
Cabo Delgado, Mozambique has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 22.7°C / 72.9°F in July to 27.1°C / 80.8°F in November. Annual rainfall averages about 1028 mm / 40.5 in, with the wettest month being January (228 mm / 9 in) and the driest August (3 mm / 0.1 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Cabo Delgado?
The hottest month in Cabo Delgado is November, with an area-wide average temperature of 27.1°C / 80.8°F.
What is the coldest month in Cabo Delgado?
The coldest month in Cabo Delgado is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 22.7°C / 72.9°F.
When does it rain most in Cabo Delgado?
The wettest month in Cabo Delgado is January, averaging about 228 mm / 9 in of rainfall. The driest is August with about 3 mm / 0.1 in.