Mozambique Travel Guide

The climate in most of Mozambique is tropical and warm. There is a dry, cooler season from May to October and a wet, hot season from November to April. The Dry season corresponds with winter and the Wet season with summer (at the opposite time to winter and summer in Europe, North America and Asia). The beaches are lovely throughout the year, though regular (but generally short-lived) storms should be expected from December to March.

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Inhambane’s Climate Compared to Mozambique’s Beaches & Parks

Inhambane is a coastal town in the south of Mozambique. Its warm subtropical climate is reasonably representative of most of the country, allowing for some regional variation. Like Inhambane, the whole coast has some rain throughout the year, although much more in the Wet season (November to April). Reserves and parks in the interior, such as Niassa Special Reserve and Limpopo National Park, tend to be totally dry during the Dry season (May to October). It is hotter and more humid on the north coast of the country than in the south. Rainfall in Gorongosa National Park is higher than in Inhambane.

Dry Season –May to October – Winter

There is little rainfall during the entire Dry season and humidity is low. Wildlife gathers around waterholes and other permanent water sources.

• May – This is the end of summer. Temperatures are relatively cool, typically 18°C/64°F in the morning and 27°C/81°F in the afternoon. The nighttime temperatures start to drop. There is little rainfall.
• June, July & August – The average morning temperature is 16°C/61°F. Bring warm clothing for cold morning game drives in open vehicles. Afternoons will be pleasant, with temperatures around 26°C/79°F.
• September & October – It starts to get warmer. The first rains will bring relief in the interior. Daytime temperatures will be around 28°C/82°F in October.

Wet Season –November to April – Summer

Travel conditions are harder at this time of year because of torrential rains. A 4x4 vehicle is essential as road conditions can deteriorate dramatically.

• November – This month is unpredictable. It usually starts raining some afternoons. Temperatures are between 21°C/70°F in the morning and 29°C/84°F in the afternoon.
• December, January, February & March – These are the wettest months, characterized by torrential downpours in the afternoon. Temperatures are around 31°C/88°F and the humidity is high.
• April – The rains are dwindling and temperatures are dropping as well. Evenings are becoming slightly chilly.

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