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Weather in August in Mozambique

Are you planning a trip a to Mozambique in August and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What is the weather like in Mozambique in August?

August in Mozambique generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 23°C in Chimanimani National Park to 30°C in Gorongosa National Park. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 17°C in Gorongosa National Park and 11°C in Chimanimani National Park.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Marrupa with an average of 2.3 mm to low rainfall in Vila Praia Do Bilene with 26 mm. Going by our weather data, this month in Maputo usually has the least rain, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Meanwhile, Maputo enjoys close to 254 hours of sunlight. This means it's a great month if you prefer bright and sunny days.

For specific regional insights in Mozambique for August, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Mozambique climate page.

Where to go in Mozambique in August

Find more information for the most popular destinations in the Mozambique on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailes.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

Popular destinations

What is the weather like in August for the 5 most popular destinations in Mozambique?

Maputo

In August Maputo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

Maputo
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<<   July July
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25°C 
17°C 
257 hours 
19 mm 
4 days 
26°C 
18°C 
254 hours 
18 mm 
4 days 
27°C 
19°C 
230 hours 
39 mm 
5 days 
Climate in Maputo

Vilanculos

In August Vilanculos generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

Vilanculos
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<<   July July
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25°C 
18°C 
19 mm 
6 days 
26°C 
19°C 
10 mm 
4 days 
27°C 
20°C 
14 mm 
3 days 
Climate in Vilanculos

Praia do Tofo

In August Praia do Tofo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

Praia do Tofo
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<<   July July
<<  
24°C 
20°C 
242 hours 
34 mm 
9 days 
25°C 
21°C 
257 hours 
17 mm 
6 days 
25°C 
21°C 
245 hours 
25 mm 
5 days 
Climate in Praia do Tofo

Miramar

In August Miramar generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

Miramar
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<<   July July
<<  
24°C 
20°C 
242 hours 
35 mm 
9 days 
24°C 
21°C 
257 hours 
18 mm 
6 days 
25°C 
22°C 
245 hours 
26 mm 
5 days 
Climate in Miramar

Pemba

In August Pemba generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

Pemba
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<<   July July
<<  
28°C 
21°C 
228 hours 
14 mm 
3 days 
29°C 
21°C 
260 hours 
15 mm 
2 days 
30°C 
22°C 
262 hours 
15 mm 
a single day 
Climate in Pemba

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Mozambique.

Is August the best time to visit Mozambique?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Mozambique with overall perfect weather in Maputo.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November offering mostly perfect weather in Maputo. On the other hand, the weather in January and February tend to be tolerable.

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