Mocímboa da Praia Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Mocímboa da Praia, Mozambique. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Mocímboa da Praia has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1077 mm (42 in) of rainfall annually. Despite the high annual total, it does experience a distinct dry and rainy season during certain months. Examine our detailed charts below to understand these seasonal patterns.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wettest month, March receives substantial rainfall, averaging 206 mm (8.1 in) of precipitation, recorded across 19 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, September brings less rainfall, with 20 mm (0.8 in) over 3 rainy days.
March, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 31°C (88°F). The city receives 190 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month September you can expect a temperature of 29°C (84°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Mocímboa da Praia Temperature page.
Explore Mocímboa da Praia's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Mocímboa da Praia spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Mozambique: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Mozambique. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Mocímboa da Praia vs World: Rainfall Compared
Mocímboa da Praia's average annual precipitation is 1077 mm (42 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual precipitation of 832 mm (33 in), spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.
Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm (66 in) of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.
Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.
Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.
- "Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
- The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm (15 inches) wide and 20 cm (7.9 inches) thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
- The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA—over 31.5 meters (103 feet) fell during the winter of 1972.
For more detailed information about Mocímboa da Praia's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Mocímboa da Praia Climate page.
