🇿🇦Kruger
Forecast by:  | 11 Sep Fri | 12 Sep Sat | 13 Sep Sun | 14 Sep Mon | 15 Sep Tue | 16 Sep Wed | 17 Sep Thu |
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| Temp (°C) | 29° 16° | 29° 18° | 29° 16° | 28° 17° | 30° 18° | 30° 17° | 26° 19° |
| Precipitation | 5% | 9% | 5% | 9% | 38% | 19% | 22% |
| Humidity | 73% | 75% | 75% | 67% | 67% | 68% | 73% |
| Wind | 15 km/h | 14 km/h | 19 km/h | 18 km/h | 18 km/h | 15 km/h | 23 km/h |
Best time to visit Mozambique
The best time to visit Maputo is from April to September, when conditions are generally warm, sunny and dry, supporting city walks and coastal excursions. January to March is wetter, with peak cyclone season, while November and December bring increasing rain and occasional storms.
JanuaryTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)71Sun Hours9Dry Days13
January is hot and rainy, around 22-30°C, with humid conditions and cyclone risk. Heavy showers can interrupt sightseeing and coastal outings.
FebruaryTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)60Sun Hours10Dry Days15
February is hot and humid, around 22-31°C, with heavy rain and peak cyclone season. Storms can cancel flights and wreck the trip.
MarchTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)48Sun Hours9Dry Days15
March is hot and humid, around 21-30°C, with wet-season rain and peak cyclone season. Storms can cancel flights and wreck the trip.
AprilTemp (°C)24°Rain (mm)18Sun Hours7Dry Days20
April is warm, around 18-29°C, with clear skies, light winds and limited rain. City walks and coastal excursions suit the settled weather.
MayTemp (°C)23°Rain (mm)4Sun Hours7Dry Days27
May is mainly sunny and dry, around 15-27°C. Comfortable conditions support walking around Maputo and coastal excursions.
JuneTemp (°C)20°Rain (mm)1Sun Hours7Dry Days26
June is sunny and dry, around 13-25°C, with mild evenings. Humpback whales are present, and clear diving conditions support coastal trips.
JulyTemp (°C)21°Rain (mm)5Sun Hours7Dry Days26
July is dry and sunny, around 13-24°C, with mild days and breezy coastal conditions. Sightseeing and beach excursions are well suited to the weather.
AugustTemp (°C)22°Rain (mm)6Sun Hours7Dry Days29
August is sunny and dry, around 14-26°C, with occasional coastal breezes. City touring and beach excursions fit the mild daytime weather.
SeptemberTemp (°C)25°Rain (mm)13Sun Hours8Dry Days26
September is warm and dry, around 16-27°C, with calm conditions and clear skies. Humpback whales and clear diving conditions add seasonal interest.
OctoberTemp (°C)27°Rain (mm)40Sun Hours8Dry Days23
October is hot, around 18-28°C, with generally clear weather and hurricane risk that month. Occasional storms can interrupt coastal plans.
NovemberTemp (°C)27°Rain (mm)46Sun Hours9Dry Days20
November is hot and humid, around 20-29°C, with occasional storms and peak cyclone season. Storms can cancel flights and wreck the trip; turtle nesting occurs along the coast.
DecemberTemp (°C)27°Rain (mm)61Sun Hours9Dry Days14
December is hot, around 21-30°C, with humid spells, rising rain and cyclone risk that month. Turtle nesting occurs along the coast, but storms can disrupt outings.
Sources: audleytravel.com
Maputo Downtown Walking Tour
Cost: From 35 USD · Duration: 3 hours · ★ 4.9 (146 reviews)
This is the best way to know Maputo and its flavor. In 3h we cover the most emblematic spots of the city and uncover the history behind them. The most complete tour available with lots of history, art, architecture and lovely guides
Eswatini (Swaziland) 1-day Country Tour from Maputo
Cost: From 219 USD · Duration: 12 hours · ★ 4.9 (67 reviews)
The vast tapestry of African cultures is highlighted within one hour we are transported from metropolitan Maputo to colourful eSwatini. Swaziland, one of Africa's last "official" monarchies, a small country; two main valleys between mountain ranges. In one valley a unique, colourful culture emerged, and we will see vividly during our one day trip.
Kruger Park 1-day Safari from Maputo (Open-backed Safari Vehicle)
Cost: From 245 USD · Duration: 13 hours · ★ 4.9 (55 reviews)
Don't miss the opportunity to see and experience animals close-up, our tour is an open-backed safari car! Tours Maputo offers a Kruger experience of the highest quality. Clients are picked up in Maputo and taken in air-conditioned comfort to the Kruger Park gate. Our driver assists travellers with the border processes. Once at the Kruger Gate trave
Maputo National Park (Maputo Special Reserve) Full-day Tour
Cost: From 250 USD · ★ 4.9 (45 reviews)
Maputo National Park (Maputo Special Reserve) is a unique place to visit. An incredible alternative for everyone in maputo. A great opportunity to experience the wildlife and see some of the big five! The park has a natural feeling and plenty of animals and incredible beaches
Economic 1-Day Kruger Safari from Maputo
Cost: From 184.62 USD · Duration: 13 hours · ★ 4.9 (41 reviews)
Our Kruger Safari gives clients the chance to experience animals up close without having to break the bank. Our Guide has been to Kruger over 100 times and knows the best places to look for the harder-to-find animals. Enjoy the park in the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle.
Maputo Full City Tour by Car
Cost: From 80 USD · Duration: 3 hours · ★ 4.7 (36 reviews)
This is the best way to know Maputo and its flavor. In 3h we cover the most emblematic spots of the city and uncover the history behind them. The most complete tour available with lots of history, art, architecture and lovely guides
Maputo Essential Walking Tour
Cost: From 45 USD · Duration: 2.5 hours · ★ 5.0 (21 reviews)
It’s easier to find local treasures when a local guide leads the way. Explore Maputo with us on this tour that is the perfect introduction to Maputo and a great way to orientate yourself in the city.
Maputo City Super Tour - More History and Tastes, & Less Walking
Cost: From 69 USD · Duration: 5.5 hours · ★ 4.9 (21 reviews)
Tours Maputo's Maputo City Tour maximizes the locations of interest, and minimizes unnecessary walking through busy streets. In just a few hours we show you what 3 or 4 walking tours will show you. You get to see the historical "Baixa" area of Maputo, and we also get to "Museu" bairro where some of the more famous more modern architecture can be fo
Kruger National Park Full-Day Tour
Cost: From 250 USD · ★ 4.9 (21 reviews)
A visit to the Kruger National Park is the best option if you enjoy wildlife and want to see all the big fives. unlike other parks where it's hard to see most of the animals, Kruger has been heaven for us. 100% of our guests have seen all the big five and will normally come back to Maputo happy with what they have seen.
Brief
- Maputo is known for Portuguese-influenced coastal cuisine. Consider trying peri-peri prawns, matapa, grilled seafood, cashews, and local beers such as 2M.
- For excursions outside the city, allow extra time for road travel and check local conditions, particularly on routes through Maputo Province.
- Keep valuables concealed and use reputable taxis or arranged transfers, especially after dark.
Safety and health
- Malaria prevention is important throughout Mozambique. Arrange suitable prophylaxis with a travel-health professional and use repellent, long clothing, and screened or air-conditioned accommodation. (
wikivoyage.org)
- Avoid swimming, wading, bathing, or washing in freshwater lakes, rivers, ponds, streams, or untreated pools because of schistosomiasis. (
cdc.gov)
- Protect yourself from mosquito and tick bites. Dengue and African tick-bite fever occur in Mozambique; Rift Valley fever is an additional risk through infected livestock or mosquitoes. Avoid contact with animal blood and tissues. (
- Use bottled, treated, or reliably purified water if the quality of tap water or ice is uncertain. Medical facilities are stronger in Maputo than in remote areas, but comprehensive travel insurance and emergency evacuation cover are advisable. (
- A yellow-fever vaccination certificate is required for travellers aged 1 or over arriving from a country with yellow-fever transmission risk, including qualifying airport transits of more than 12 hours. It is not required for direct travel from the United States. (
- Armed conflict remains concentrated in northern Mozambique, particularly Cabo Delgado and neighbouring areas, and should not be treated as a normal tourist excursion. Verify domestic travel routes before travelling north. (
aljazeera.com |
ohchr.org)
Recent News
- 4 September 2026: At least three US citizens were reportedly evacuated after suspected insurgents attacked a wildlife camp in northern Mozambique. The incident was outside Maputo but underlines the risks of travel to northern reserves and conflict-affected regions. (
kelo.com)
- 26 August 2026: Renewed fighting between Mozambican and allied forces and Islamic State-linked militants has worsened displacement in Cabo Delgado. Armed activity has been reported around Mocímboa da Praia and Mueda, while security remains fragile in parts of the north. (
