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May is an excellent month in Nacala

Climate Overview

Nacala, Mozambique in May has warm conditions, with highs averaging 27.8°C (82°F). Sea temperature reaches 28.5°C (83°F).

This month falls at the end of Autumn.

Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout May, with daily highs around 28°C (82°F).

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

The warmest days tend to fall around the 1th, averaging 28.3°C (83°F).

Compared to April, this month is about 1°C cooler with 12 fewer rainy days.

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Monthly May Averages

Temperature
28°C / 22°C
Feels Like
30°C / 24°C
Rain
5 days · 15 mm
Sunshine
10.4h / day
Humidity
76% — Humid
Wind
16 km/h
Wind Direction
S (184°)
Gusts
37 km/h
Daylight
11.4 h
Cloud Cover
33%
Clear Sky Days
8.6
UV Index
6.6 — High
Sea Temperature
29°C
Dew Point
20°C — Muggy
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous · 66%

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Daily Precipitation

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Daily Sunshine

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Sun Position
Sunrise 05:30
Daylight 11.4h
Sunset 16:57

What to Expect

Daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°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
Wet
Temp
29°C / 24°C
Feels Like
35°C / 29°C
Rain
26days (327 mm) Wet
Sun
10h Excellent
Humidity
85% Humid
UV
8.3 Very High
February
Wet
Temp
29°C / 24°C
Feels Like
36°C / 29°C
Rain
23days (264 mm) Wet
Sun
10.1h Excellent
Humidity
85% Humid
UV
8.4 Very High
March
Wet
Temp
29°C / 24°C
Feels Like
35°C / 28°C
Rain
24days (231 mm) Wet
Sun
9.7h Good
Humidity
85% Humid
UV
8.2 Very High
April
Fair
Temp
29°C / 24°C
Feels Like
33°C / 27°C
Rain
17days (107 mm) Wet
Sun
10.3h Excellent
Humidity
82% Humid
UV
7.5 Very High
May best
Excellent
Temp
28°C / 22°C
Feels Like
30°C / 24°C
Rain
5days (15 mm) Good
Sun
10.4h Excellent
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
6.6 High
June best
Excellent
Temp
27°C / 21°C
Feels Like
28°C / 22°C
Rain
3days (10 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.3h Excellent
Humidity
75% Muggy
UV
6.2 High
July best
Excellent
Temp
26°C / 20°C
Feels Like
27°C / 21°C
Rain
3days (12 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.4h Excellent
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
6.5 High
August best
Excellent
Temp
27°C / 20°C
Feels Like
29°C / 22°C
Rain
3days (10 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.6h Excellent
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
7.4 Very High
September best
Excellent
Temp
28°C / 21°C
Feels Like
31°C / 23°C
Rain
2days (10 mm) Excellent
Sun
11.1h Excellent
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
8.5 Very High
October
Good
Temp
29°C / 22°C
Feels Like
33°C / 25°C
Rain
3days (14 mm) Excellent
Sun
11.6h Excellent
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
9 Very High
November
Fair
Temp
30°C / 24°C
Feels Like
35°C / 28°C
Rain
8days (49 mm) Wet
Sun
11.8h Excellent
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
9 Very High
December
Poor
Temp
30°C / 25°C
Feels Like
36°C / 29°C
Rain
17days (174 mm) Wet
Sun
10.9h Excellent
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
8.9 Very High
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 29°C / 24°C 35°C / 29°C 26days (327 mm) Wet 10h Excellent 85% Humid 8.3 Very High Wet View Details
February 29°C / 24°C 36°C / 29°C 23days (264 mm) Wet 10.1h Excellent 85% Humid 8.4 Very High Wet View Details
March 29°C / 24°C 35°C / 28°C 24days (231 mm) Wet 9.7h Good 85% Humid 8.2 Very High Wet View Details
April 29°C / 24°C 33°C / 27°C 17days (107 mm) Wet 10.3h Excellent 82% Humid 7.5 Very High Fair View Details
May best 28°C / 22°C 30°C / 24°C 5days (15 mm) Good 10.4h Excellent 76% Humid 6.6 High Excellent View Details
June best 27°C / 21°C 28°C / 22°C 3days (10 mm) Excellent 10.3h Excellent 75% Muggy 6.2 High Excellent View Details
July best 26°C / 20°C 27°C / 21°C 3days (12 mm) Excellent 10.4h Excellent 74% Muggy 6.5 High Excellent View Details
August best 27°C / 20°C 29°C / 22°C 3days (10 mm) Excellent 10.6h Excellent 76% Humid 7.4 Very High Excellent View Details
September best 28°C / 21°C 31°C / 23°C 2days (10 mm) Excellent 11.1h Excellent 76% Humid 8.5 Very High Excellent View Details
October 29°C / 22°C 33°C / 25°C 3days (14 mm) Excellent 11.6h Excellent 76% Humid 9 Very High Good View Details
November 30°C / 24°C 35°C / 28°C 8days (49 mm) Wet 11.8h Excellent 77% Humid 9 Very High Fair View Details
December 30°C / 25°C 36°C / 29°C 17days (174 mm) Wet 10.9h Excellent 81% Humid 8.9 Very High Poor 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 Nacala, with average highs of 28°C (82°F) and around 5 rainy days. Nacala, Mozambique in May has warm conditions, with highs averaging 27.8°C (82°F). Sea temperature reaches 28.5°C (83°F)
Nacala typically sees around 5 rainy days in May with 15 mm (0.6 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Nights stay pleasantly warm in Nacala during May, around 22°C (72°F). Light evening wear is sufficient.
With highs of 28°C (82°F) and lows of 22°C (72°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 Nacala with comfortable temperatures and lower chances of rain.
The average UV index in Nacala during May is 7 (high). Wear sunscreen SPF 30+, a hat, and sunglasses. Limit direct sun exposure between 10 AM and 4 PM.
Nacala gets approximately 11 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 10 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Nacala during May based on 10-year climate averages.

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