Weather radar Maputo
Real-time precipitation radar · Maputo · Mozambique
Maputo climate table – average temperature, precipitation & sunshine hours
The climate table for Maputo shows long-term monthly averages (2000–2023): average high and average low temperature in °C, monthly precipitation (mm), rainy days and sunshine hours per month. Data source: ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF) via the WDTEC Climate Archive.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg high (°C) | 29.3° | 29.3° | 28.8° | 27.5° | 26.1° | 24.5° | 24.3° | 25.2° | 26.6° | 26.5° | 27.7° | 28.7° |
| Avg low (°C) | 23.4° | 23.7° | 22.6° | 20.6° | 18.3° | 15.8° | 15.4° | 16.7° | 18.6° | 19.5° | 21.1° | 22.8° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 104 | 138 | 79 | 53 | 26 | 16 | 13 | 7 | 35 | 56 | 66 | 128 |
| Rainy days | 13 | 16 | 13 | 7 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 9 | 9 | 14 |
| Sunshine hours | 342 | 283 | 323 | 284 | 290 | 283 | 292 | 286 | 277 | 293 | 303 | 312 |
| Humidity | 77% | 78% | 77% | 77% | 75% | 72% | 69% | 70% | 71% | 73% | 74% | 77% |
Best time to visit Maputo
The best time to visit Maputo is typically August. In this month the average high is 25.2°C, precipitation is 7 mm and sunshine duration is 286 hours. The annual average high is 27°C, total annual precipitation is 721 mm (100 rainy days/year) and annual sunshine is 3568 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Maputo
How up to date is the weather radar for Maputo?
The weather radar for Maputo is updated every 5 minutes with new radar data from the OPERA composite radar. A 2-hour forecast animation is also available. Rainfall probability, wind gusts and UV index are available up to 14 days in advance.
What weather data is available for Maputo?
Besides the rain radar, RadarWeather provides for Maputo: rainfall probability, thunderstorm warning (CAPE index), wind gusts, UV index, air pressure, humidity, dew point, sunshine hours, snow line and a 14-day forecast based on ICON-D2, ECMWF IFS and GFS.
When are thunderstorms expected in Maputo?
The thunderstorm potential for Maputo is calculated from the CAPE index and lightning potential. Active storm cells and severe weather warnings are visible on the radar map in real time. Thunderstorm warnings are issued automatically as soon as storm cells are detected near Maputo.
What is the climate like in Maputo?
Maputo has an annual average high of 27°C. The warmest month is January (avg high 29.3°C), the coldest July (avg low 15.4°C). The wettest month is February with 138 mm, the driest August with 7 mm. Total annual precipitation is 721 mm (100 rainy days). Annual sunshine is 3568 hours.
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