Maputo Weather in August
Mozambique · August climate averages and travel tips
Avg high27°C (81°F)
Avg low15°C (60°F)
Rainfall15 mm (0.6 in)
RatingExcellent 10/10
In August, Maputo has average highs of 27°C (81°F) and lows of 15°C (60°F). August is winter in Mozambique. The month is very dry, with about 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain spread over 3 days, one of the driest months of the year. You get roughly 11.1 hours of daylight and mostly clear skies.
Is August a good time to visit Maputo?
Yes — August is one of the best months to visit Maputo. The weather rates excellent (10/10) on our comfort score.
August weather at a glance
| Average high | 27°C (81°F) |
|---|---|
| Average low | 15°C (60°F) |
| Daily mean | 21°C (69°F) |
| Rainfall | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Rainy days (1 mm+) | 3 |
| Humidity | 66% |
| Cloud cover | 33% |
| Daylight | 11.1 hours |
| Est. sunshine | 8.2 hours/day |
| Wind | 12.3 km/h |
| vs July | 2°C warmer than July, with similar rainfall. |
What to pack for Maputo in August
- light, breathable clothing
- sunscreen and a hat
- swimwear
Maputo weather in other months
Jan31°C / 23°C161 mmPoorFeb31°C / 23°C146 mmPoorMar31°C / 22°C115 mmFairApr29°C / 20°C71 mmExcellentMay28°C / 17°C28 mmExcellentJun26°C / 15°C20 mmExcellentJul26°C / 14°C17 mmExcellentAug27°C / 15°C15 mmExcellentSep29°C / 18°C35 mmExcellentOct30°C / 19°C60 mmExcellentNov31°C / 20°C92 mmFairDec32°C / 22°C134 mmPoor
← JulyBest time to visit MaputoSeptember →
Nearby in August
- Matola27°C · 15 mm
- Mbabane24°C · 13 mm
- Pretoria25°C · 3 mm
- Johannesburg21°C · 5 mm
- Durban21°C · 35 mm
- Soweto22°C · 5 mm
Where else is good in August? See where to go in August.