Matola
Weather by month
Current –

Matola Weather in March

March in Matola brings very high temperatures, with daytime highs of 31°C (88°F) and nights around 23°C (73°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 80 mm (3.1 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Matola in March

You can typically expect 10 days of rain this month, averaging around 80 mm (3.1 in). The rain this month tends to fall in heavier spells rather than light drizzle. When it rains, showers can be significant.

Temperature in Matola in March

In March, Matola sees very high temperatures, with highs of 31°C (88°F). Nights drop to around 23°C (73°F). If you're spending a lot of time outdoors, it helps to plan around the warmer part of the day. At 23°C (73°F) overnight, nights are warm enough to sit outside comfortably in light clothing.

Sunshine in Matola in March

Enjoy a sunny month with about 225 hours of sunshine, the clear skies make Matola even more beautiful.

For Matola itself, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November generally stand out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

Matola Temperature in March

Min Temperature
23°C (73°F)
Max Temperature
31°C (88°F)
Chance of Rain
35%
Precipitation
80 mm (3.1 in)
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
77% *
Sunshine
225 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Maputo, Mozambique (12 KM, 7 Miles).

Matola Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Matola - and find the best time to visit.

Best Places in Mozambique in March

Find out more about the weather in Mozambique and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Mozambique in March →

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).

What to Wear in Matola in March

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in March. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Matola in March

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

  • Swimming
    9/10
  • Cycling
    7/10
  • Walking
    7/10
  • Camping
    8/10
  • Outdoor sports
    7/10

Matola 3-Day Forecast

More climate data for Matola

Popular in March

Where to go in March - average daytime high across popular destinations.

Bucket list

Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.