Temperatures in May
It's warm in May in Mozambique with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 17°C and 19°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Mozambique in May. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Mozambique with hot temperatures, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights close to 19°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 29°C, with nights close to 19°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Mozambique will be around 29°C, with nights close to 18°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
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Precipitation in May
In May, there is an average of 46 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
The precipitation chance averages 15% per day this month. Though that seems low, there are also a few days with a higher chance of precipitation.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in May for Mozambique. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Mozambique in May |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
29°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
30°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
27°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
46 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
5 days | 8 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Mozambique?
Want nice weather? Then May is a great time to be in Mozambique. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Mozambique in May
With 35°C, Mozambique hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2018. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2022. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 12°C to a high of 24°C.
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The climate of Mozambique is based on weather data from Maputo. Other locations might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Mozambique for a full picture of the climate.
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Daily Temperature in May in Mozambique
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Mozambique, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Mozambique
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Mozambique, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect around 5 days of rain in Mozambique.
Daily UV Index in May in Mozambique
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Mozambique, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Mozambique Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Mozambique, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Mozambique Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Mozambique, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in May for Mozambique
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Average Weather in Mozambique by Month
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