August Rainfall and Precipitation in Mozambique

Monthly rainfall totals, rainy days and the driest cities across Mozambique in August.

Mozambique experiences in August precipitation ranging from a almost none 2.3 mm (0.1 in) in Marrupa to a moderate 36 mm (1.4 in) in Ponta do Ouro. August typically stands out as the driest month of the year in Mozambique.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation

Temperatures Precipitation

Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in August: blue is cold, red is hot.

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in August: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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Mozambique precipitation in August: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Mozambique receive in August?

In August, Maputo typically receives modest rainfall, around 18 mm (0.7 in), making this a relatively dry month.

How many days does it rain in Mozambique in August?

On average, Maputo has about 4 days days of rain in August.

Is August part of the rainy season in Mozambique?

No. August sits outside the typical rainy season in Mozambique, so you can expect drier conditions overall.

What is the wettest city in August in Mozambique?

Ponta do Ouro is the wettest city in Mozambique in August according to our database, with average rainfall of around 36 mm (1.4 in).

What is the driest city in August in Mozambique?

The driest place is Marrupa with an average rainfall of 2.3 mm (0.1 in) according to our data.

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