Mozambique

Mozambique Weather in September

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Mozambique in September.

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Maputo Vilanculos Tofo Pemba

Planning a getaway to Mozambique this September and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Mozambique in September

Mozambique offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In September, one might encounter temperatures that range from warm to very warm, and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to moderate.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Miramar at 25°C (77°F) to very warm in Tete at 35°C (95°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C (72°F) in Tete and 22°C (72°F) in Miramar.

For specific regional insights in Mozambique, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Marrupa with an average of 2.9 mm (0.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Ponta do Ouro with 48 mm (1.9 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Maputo sees close to 230 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Mozambique in September

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Mozambique

What is the weather like in September for some of the most popular destinations in Mozambique?

Temperature range in Mozambique (September)

Precipitation variation in Mozambique (September)

Maputo

In September Maputo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
254 hours
230 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
18 mm (0.7 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
5 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Maputo →

Vilanculos

In September Vilanculos generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
10 mm (0.4 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
26 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
3 days
4 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Vilanculos →

Tofo

In September Tofo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
257 hours
245 hours
250 hours
Monthly rainfall
17 mm (0.7 in)
25 mm (1 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Tofo →

Miramar

In September Miramar generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
257 hours
245 hours
250 hours
Monthly rainfall
18 mm (0.7 in)
26 mm (1 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Miramar →

Pemba

In September Pemba generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
260 hours
262 hours
290 hours
Monthly rainfall
15 mm (0.6 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Pemba →

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Popular cities in September

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Mozambique in September.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Maputo 27°C (81°F) 19°C (66°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Vilanculos 27°C (81°F) 20°C (68°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)
Tofo 25°C (77°F) 21°C (70°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Pemba 30°C (86°F) 22°C (72°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)
Chimoio 29°C (84°F) 16°C (61°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)
Tete 35°C (95°F) 22°C (72°F) 3.9 mm (0.2 in)

Mozambique weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Mozambique in September?

Mozambique typically experiences perfect weather in September, part of the season. Daytime highs in Maputo average around 27°C (81°F), and temperatures drop to about 19°C (66°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Mozambique in September?

Average temperatures in Mozambique during September range from a nighttime low near 19°C (66°F) to a daytime high around 27°C (81°F) in Maputo.

Does Mozambique get a lot of rain in September?

September is on the drier side in Mozambique. Maputo averages only about 39 mm (1.5 in), with most days staying dry.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Mozambique?

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

Generally speaking, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November provide perfect weather in Maputo. In contrast, January and February tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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