The month of January is when the annual Festival Esperanca (Festival of Hope) takes place, to create awareness on issues relating to HIV and AIDS. The capital city of Mozambique has been host to a number of regional musicians during this popular festival.

The average temperature in Mozambique in January ranges from 22 to 30°C & 71 to 86°F with the sea temperature around 27°C, 80°F

Average rainfall in January: 130mm, 5.2in

Although Febuary is one of the wettest months in Mozambique, it is mid-season for diving with whale sharks & accomodation prices are lower.

The average temperature in Mozambique in February ranges from 22 to 30°C & 71 to 86°F with the sea temperature around 27°C, 80°F

Average rainfall in February: 124mm, 4.9in

This is the perfect time to enjoy the quiet & peaceful island without hordes of tourists & to take advantage of the rainy season specials.

The average temperature in Mozambique in March ranges from 21 to 30°C & 69 to 86°F with the sea temperature around 26°C, 78°F.

Average rainfall in March: 97mm, 3.8in

April and May are the best times to go fly-fishing for kingfish, queenfish, ladyfish and pompano in the channels between Benguerra and BazarutoIslands in Mozambique.

Average temperature in Mozambique in April ranges from 19 to 29°C & 66 to 84°Fwith the sea temperature around 25C, 77°F.

Average rainfall in April: 64mm, 2.5in

The first of May is International May Day, they are many marches & parades on this day.

The average temperature in Mozambique in May ranges from 16 to 27°C, 60 to 80°F with the sea temperature around 24C, 75°F.

Average rainfall in May: 28mm, 1.1in

June is one of the best months to see and possibly swim with dolphins in Mozambique.

The average temperature in Mozambique in June ranges from 14 to 25°C & 57 to 77°F with the sea temperature around 23°C, 73°F.

Average rainfall in June: 27mm, 1.1in

Pemba’s province of Cabo Delgado is the place to be in Mozambique during July. The colourful Tambo International Art Camp, which is a festival that celebrates cultural diversity through dance, theatre and music performances.

The average temperature in Mozambique in July ranges from 14 to 25°C & 57 to 77°F with the sea temperature around 23°C, 73°F.

Average rainfall in July: 13mm, 0.5in

August is peak tourist season in Mozambique. Island and beachfront accommodation fills up fast during this month of the year and it is best to book in advance.

The average temperature in Mozambique in August ranges from 15 to 26°C & 59 to 79°F with the sea temperature around 23°C, 73°F.

Average rainfall in August: 13mm, 0.5in

September is one of the best times to view Humpback Whales from Mozambique’s islands and along the Mozambique coast.

The average temperature in Mozambique in September ranges from 16 to 27°C & 61 to 81°F with the sea temperature around 23°C, 73°F.

Average rainfall in September: 38mm, 1.5in

Professional and amateur anglers as well scuba divers can expect to see black marlin as well as a variety of shark species including tiger sharks in Mozambican waters in October.

The average temperature in Mozambique in October ranges from 18 to 28°C & 64 to 82°F with the sea temperature around 23°, 73°F.

Average rainfall in October: 46mm, 1.8in

Divers wishing to see whalesharks in Mozambique should plan their trip between November and April.

The average temperature in Mozambique in November ranges from 20 to 28°C & 68 to 82°F with the sea temperature around, 75°F.

Average rainfall in November: 86mm, 3.4in

While you can still get some rain at this time, Mozambique is filled with Christmas & New Years Ever celebrations.

The average temperature in Mozambique in December ranges from 21 to 30°C and 70 to 86°F with the sea temperature around 25, 77°F.

Average rainfall in December: 103mm, 4.1in