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May is an excellent month in Maputo

Climate Overview

Maputo, Mozambique in May has warm conditions, with highs averaging 25°C (77°F). Sea temperature reaches 24°C (75°F).

This month falls at the end of Autumn.

Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout May, with daily highs around 25°C (77°F).

Rainfall is heaviest during the middle of the month, while the first third tends to be drier.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 4th, averaging 25.7°C (78°F).

Compared to April, this month is about 2°C cooler with 4 fewer rainy days.

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Monthly May Averages

Temperature
25°C / 18°C
Feels Like
26°C / 18°C
Rain
4 days · 25 mm
Sunshine
9.4h / day
Humidity
75% — Humid
Wind
18 km/h
Wind Direction
E (83°)
Gusts
30 km/h
Daylight
10.8 h
Cloud Cover
25%
Clear Sky Days
16.4
UV Index
5.1 — High
Sea Temperature
24°C
Dew Point
17°C — Humid
Moon Phase
Waning Crescent · 3%

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Daily Precipitation

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Daily Sunshine

0h 3h 6h 9h 12h 151015202531
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Daily Wind Speed

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Wind Speed
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:22
Daylight 10.9h
Sunset 17:13

What to Expect

Daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) are ideal for full-day outdoor exploration.

Rain is uncommon in this month, so most days stay dry from morning through evening.

Recent yearly records for May have stayed close to the long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Good
Temp
28°C / 23°C
Feels Like
32°C / 25°C
Rain
13days (117 mm) Wet
Sun
10.8h Excellent
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
8.9 Very High
February
Good
Temp
28°C / 23°C
Feels Like
32°C / 25°C
Rain
13days (131 mm) Wet
Sun
10h Excellent
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
8.3 Very High
March
Good
Temp
28°C / 22°C
Feels Like
31°C / 24°C
Rain
11days (74 mm) Wet
Sun
10.4h Excellent
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
7.5 Very High
April
Excellent
Temp
27°C / 21°C
Feels Like
29°C / 22°C
Rain
8days (50 mm) Wet
Sun
9.4h Good
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
6.1 High
May best
Excellent
Temp
25°C / 18°C
Feels Like
26°C / 18°C
Rain
4days (25 mm) Good
Sun
9.4h Good
Humidity
75% Muggy
UV
5.1 High
June best
Excellent
Temp
24°C / 16°C
Feels Like
23°C / 15°C
Rain
2days (14 mm) Excellent
Sun
9.4h Good
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
4.6 Moderate
July best
Excellent
Temp
23°C / 15°C
Feels Like
22°C / 14°C
Rain
2days (11 mm) Excellent
Sun
9.4h Good
Humidity
70% Muggy
UV
4.8 Moderate
August best
Excellent
Temp
25°C / 16°C
Feels Like
24°C / 16°C
Rain
3days (10 mm) Excellent
Sun
9.2h Good
Humidity
70% Muggy
UV
5.6 High
September best
Excellent
Temp
26°C / 18°C
Feels Like
26°C / 18°C
Rain
5days (30 mm) Good
Sun
9.3h Good
Humidity
70% Muggy
UV
6.7 High
October
Excellent
Temp
26°C / 19°C
Feels Like
27°C / 19°C
Rain
7days (53 mm) Good
Sun
9.4h Good
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
7.5 Very High
November
Excellent
Temp
27°C / 21°C
Feels Like
29°C / 21°C
Rain
9days (67 mm) Wet
Sun
9.8h Good
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
8 Very High
December
Good
Temp
28°C / 22°C
Feels Like
31°C / 24°C
Rain
12days (109 mm) Wet
Sun
10.2h Excellent
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
8.3 Very High
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 28°C / 23°C 32°C / 25°C 13days (117 mm) Wet 10.8h Excellent 76% Humid 8.9 Very High Good View Details
February 28°C / 23°C 32°C / 25°C 13days (131 mm) Wet 10h Excellent 77% Humid 8.3 Very High Good View Details
March 28°C / 22°C 31°C / 24°C 11days (74 mm) Wet 10.4h Excellent 77% Humid 7.5 Very High Good View Details
April 27°C / 21°C 29°C / 22°C 8days (50 mm) Wet 9.4h Good 76% Humid 6.1 High Excellent View Details
May best 25°C / 18°C 26°C / 18°C 4days (25 mm) Good 9.4h Good 75% Muggy 5.1 High Excellent View Details
June best 24°C / 16°C 23°C / 15°C 2days (14 mm) Excellent 9.4h Good 73% Muggy 4.6 Moderate Excellent View Details
July best 23°C / 15°C 22°C / 14°C 2days (11 mm) Excellent 9.4h Good 70% Muggy 4.8 Moderate Excellent View Details
August best 25°C / 16°C 24°C / 16°C 3days (10 mm) Excellent 9.2h Good 70% Muggy 5.6 High Excellent View Details
September best 26°C / 18°C 26°C / 18°C 5days (30 mm) Good 9.3h Good 70% Muggy 6.7 High Excellent View Details
October 26°C / 19°C 27°C / 19°C 7days (53 mm) Good 9.4h Good 72% Muggy 7.5 Very High Excellent View Details
November 27°C / 21°C 29°C / 21°C 9days (67 mm) Wet 9.8h Good 73% Muggy 8 Very High Excellent View Details
December 28°C / 22°C 31°C / 24°C 12days (109 mm) Wet 10.2h Excellent 76% Humid 8.3 Very High Good View Details

What to Wear

Summer clothing like shorts, t-shirts, and sundresses will be comfortable. Bring a light cardigan for air-conditioned spaces.

Packing List

Breathable clothingSunscreen (SPF 30+)Sun hatSunglassesComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

May is typically excellent for visiting Maputo, with average highs of 25°C (77°F) and around 4 rainy days. Maputo, Mozambique in May has warm conditions, with highs averaging 25°C (77°F). Sea temperature reaches 24°C (75°F).
Maputo typically sees around 4 rainy days in May with 25 mm (1 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Evenings in Maputo during May are mild at 18°C (64°F). A light cardigan is usually enough.
With highs of 25°C (77°F) and lows of 18°C (64°F) in May, we recommend: Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Comfortable walking shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
Yes, May offers some of the best weather conditions in Maputo with comfortable temperatures and lower chances of rain.
The average UV index in Maputo during May is 5 (moderate). Sunscreen and sunglasses are recommended during midday hours.
Maputo gets approximately 11 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 9 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Maputo during May based on 10-year climate averages.

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