Inhambane weather in May (Mozambique)

Looking to travel to Inhambane in May? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In Inhambane the weather in May is generally perfect, with high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 27°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 21°C.

Inhambane in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 31 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 10 days of the month will see rainfall.

The city usually sees around 252 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the better months to visit Inhambane. April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Inhambane climate page with graphs.

 

Inhambane, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 21°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 24°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 33%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 31 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 77%  
SunshineSunshine 252 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 74%  

Where to go in Mozambique in May

Find out more about the weather in Mozambique in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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).

So, what should you wear in Inhambane in May?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. With a water temperature of around 24°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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