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Gorongosa National Park Climate by Month

Temperatures see a moderate degree of fluctuation, transitioning from very warm conditions to warm. It receives a moderate amount of precipitation. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average day and night temperature

The weather in Gorongosa National Park changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 35°C in November to a comfortable 28°C in July. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 16°C in July.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Gorongosa National Park experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 803 mm yearly. The seasons in Gorongosa National Park, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, January, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 169 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 13 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, August, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 11 mm over 5 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

The best time of year to visit Gorongosa National Park in Mozambique

The best time to visit is during the drier months: April, May, June, July, August, September and October.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Gorongosa National Park?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in January, February and December.
  • Does Gorongosa National Park have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of May, June, July, August and September are very dry.
  • Which is the hottest month in Gorongosa National Park?
    November has an average maximum temperature of 35°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Gorongosa National Park?
    The coolest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 28°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Gorongosa National Park?
    January tops the wettest month list with 169 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Gorongosa National Park?
    August is the driest month with 11 mm of precipitation.

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    Forecast for Gorongosa National Park

    Sun   Dec 15
    39°C | 27°C
    E 18 km/h
    0.4 mm
    partly cloudy and slight rain

    partly cloudy and slight rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    38°C | 25°C
    E 14 km/h
    0.3 mm
    broken clouds and slight rain

    broken clouds and slight rain

    Tue   Dec 17
    39°C | 24°C
    NW 11 km/h
    1.1 mm
    broken clouds and thunder

    broken clouds and thunder