Climate of Sofala, Mozambique
Area-weighted average across Sofala. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Sofala, a subdivision of Mozambique, has a consistently warm climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 20.3°C / 68.5°F in July to 27.2°C / 81°F in January, with rainfall from 14 mm / 0.6 in to 198 mm / 7.8 in depending on the season (1004 mm / 39.5 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 | 27.2°C81°F | 188 mm7.4″ | Tropical |
| February | 27.1°C80.8°F | 198 mm7.8″ | Tropical |
| March | 26.3°C79.3°F | 155 mm6.1″ | Tropical |
| April | 25.1°C77.2°F | 64 mm2.5″ | — |
| May | 22.8°C73°F | 33 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Warm |
| June | 20.7°C69.3°F | 26 mm1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| July | 20.3°C68.5°F | 17 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| August | 21.7°C71.1°F | 16 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| September | 23.9°C75°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 26.2°C79.2°F | 28 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| November | 27°C80.6°F | 88 mm3.5″ | Tropical |
| December | 27.1°C80.8°F | 177 mm7″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Sofala?
The best months to visit Sofala, Mozambique for sunny, dry weather are May, June, July, August, September, October. The warmest month is January at an area-wide average of 27.2°C / 81°F, and the driest is September with about 14 mm / 0.6 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Sofala?
Sofala, Mozambique has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 20.3°C / 68.5°F in July to 27.2°C / 81°F in January. Annual rainfall averages about 1004 mm / 39.5 in, with the wettest month being February (198 mm / 7.8 in) and the driest September (14 mm / 0.6 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Sofala?
The hottest month in Sofala is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 27.2°C / 81°F.
What is the coldest month in Sofala?
The coldest month in Sofala is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 20.3°C / 68.5°F.
When does it rain most in Sofala?
The wettest month in Sofala is February, averaging about 198 mm / 7.8 in of rainfall. The driest is September with about 14 mm / 0.6 in.