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Beira weather & best time to visit

City break

Beira at a glance

Best time
May – Aug
Warmest month
Nov · 33°
Warmest sea
Jan · 29.6°
Sunshine a year
2,550 h
Rain a year
934 mm
Climate
Tropical
Time zone
UTC+2
Elevation
6 m

Climate in Beira

Beira has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. November is the warmest month with average highs of 33 °C, while July is the coolest at 27 °C. With around 2,550 hours of sunshine a year, Beira is sunny; November is the sunniest month with 7.7 hours a day.

Holiday weather through the year

Best time to visit

Best time to visit Beira

The best time to visit Beira is from May to August. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from April to November. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from June to July. The rainy season is from December to March; the wettest month is January with 208 mm.

Beira through the seasons

How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.

Beira in the dry season

Apr – Nov

71

Good

  • 27–33 °C by day
  • Sea 25 °C
  • 7.1 h of sun a day
  • 51 rainy days in all

Beira in the rainy season

Dec – Mar

35

Poor

  • 31–32 °C by day
  • Sea 29 °C
  • 6.8 h of sun a day
  • 72 rainy days in all

Which month for what?

Beach & swimming

Apr – Nov

Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry

Sightseeing & hiking

Jun – Jul

15–28 °C and not too much rain

Rainy months

Dec – Mar

Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days

Find your perfect month

Tell us what you like and we rate every month in Beira for you.

Swimming in the sea
Sunshine
Little rain

Your best months: June – August

Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.

Your holiday weather, at a glance

Weather in October

Weather in October

62

Holiday weather in October

Good

Best time to visit: May – August

Good forBeach & swimming

A typical day in October

  1. Morning, 08:00: about 26°
  2. Midday, 13:00: about 31°
  3. Afternoon, 16:00: about 30°
  4. Evening, 20:00: about 25°
  5. Night, 23:00: about 23°

05:1117:42

Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.

Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.

Light for photos in October

Golden hour
Morning 04:57–05:40 · evening 17:12–17:55
Blue hour
Morning 04:48–04:57 · evening 17:55–18:04

Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.

October in Beira compared with home

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Early or late October?

In October, daytime highs rise from about 31° at the start of the month to 32° at the end. The sea warms from 26° to 27°. The days get 0.5 h longer.

Early or late October?
October1 Oct31 Oct
Daytime high31°32°
Night-time low20°22°
Sea26°27°
Daylight12.3 h12.8 h

What is the weather like in Beira in October?

In October, Beira is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 26.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.6 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 28 mm. On about 21 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Beira.

More details for October

Daylight
12 h 31 min05:11 – 17:42
UV index
12 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
Muggy days
22 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
Wind
20 km/haverage daily peakAll months
Cloud cover
36 %on averageAll months
Hot days
21 days30 °C or moreAll months
Time zone
UTC+2offset from UTC

How the score comes together

  • Temperatureweight 50 %44 %
  • Sunshineweight 20 %77 %
  • Few rainy daysweight 30 %82 %

Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.

What to pack in October

  • Swimwear
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses & sun hat
  • Light, breathable clothes
  • Water bottle – drink plenty
  • Insect repellent

Compare two months in Beira

Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.

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July has the better holiday weather in Beira: score 87 against 62. In July, days are 5 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 3 °C cooler in July. July has 2 fewer rainy days. The sun shines an hour less a day in July.

October vs July, Beira
MonthOctoberJuly
Holiday weather score6287better
Daytime high32°27°
Night-time low21°16°
Sea26.2°22.9°
Sunshine7.6 hbetter6.2 h
Rainy days75better
Rainfall28 mm18 mmbetter
Muggy days223better

Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.

Beira month by month

The typical weather for every month at a glance.

33January32° · Sea 30° · 6.7 h

In January, Beira is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.6 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 21 days, totalling 208 mm. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Beira.

Beira in January
34February32° · Sea 30° · 6.5 h

In February, Beira is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.6 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 18 days, totalling 175 mm. On about 22 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Beira.

Beira in February
38March31° · Sea 29° · 6.7 h

In March, Beira is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 17 days, totalling 123 mm. On about 22 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Beira.

Beira in March
58April30° · Sea 28° · 6.7 h

In April, Beira is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 28.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 56 mm in total. On about 15 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Beira.

Beira in April
78May29° · Sea 26° · 7.1 h

In May, Beira is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 26.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 22 mm. On about 9 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Beira.

Beira in May
86June28° · Sea 24° · 6.5 h

In June, Beira is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 24.1 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 17 mm in total. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Beira.

Beira in June
87July27° · Sea 23° · 6.2 h

In July, Beira is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 22.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 18 mm. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Beira.

Beira in July
82August29° · Sea 23° · 7.2 h

In August, Beira is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 23.3 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 12 mm in total. On about 10 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Beira.

Beira in August
69September31° · Sea 25° · 7.5 h

In September, Beira is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 24.7 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 15 mm in total. On about 18 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Beira.

Beira in September
62October32° · Sea 26° · 7.6 h

In October, Beira is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 26.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.6 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 28 mm. On about 21 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Beira.

Beira in October
48November33° · Sea 28° · 7.7 h

In November, Beira is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 27.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 77 mm in total. On about 24 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is a so-so month for a holiday in Beira.

Beira in November
36December32° · Sea 29° · 7.2 h

In December, Beira is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 16 days, totalling 185 mm. On about 24 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Beira.

Beira in December

Climate in detail

Climate through the year

Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.

Best time to visit

Nights and sleep in Beira

How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.

  • Pleasant 15–20°
  • Warm 20–24°
  • Hot 24° and more
  • muggy month (15+ muggy days)

WarmOctober: nights around 21°. Tropical nights: a fan or air conditioning helps. Muggy on about 22 days (dew point 18 °C or more).

The coolest nights are in July (16°), the warmest in January (24°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from October to April; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from May to September. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 241 days a year, mostly from September to May.

Temperatures through the year

Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.

OctoberDay 32°Night 21°Sea 26°
DayNightSea
MonthScoreDayNightSeaSunRain daysRain mm
JanuaryJan3332°24°29.6°6.7 h21208
FebruaryFeb3432°24°29.6°6.5 h18175
MarchMar3831°23°29.1°6.7 h17123
AprilApr5830°21°28.0°6.7 h1156
MayMay7829°19°26.0°7.1 h522
JuneJun8628°17°24.1°6.5 h517
JulyJul8727°16°22.9°6.2 h518
AugustAug8229°17°23.3°7.2 h412
SeptemberSep6931°19°24.7°7.5 h415
OctoberOct6232°21°26.2°7.6 h728
NovemberNov4833°23°27.7°7.7 h1077
DecemberDec3632°24°28.9°7.2 h16185

Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences

19.84° S, 34.84° E · 6 m · Africa/Maputo

Swimming calendar

Sea temperature in Beira

Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.

Sea in October26.2°Cwarm

8 in 10 years: 25.6 – 26.8 °C

Swimming season: all year

  • cold
  • fresh
  • refreshing
  • pleasant
  • warm
  • very warm
OctoberMean sea temperature 26.2°8 in 10 years 25.6° – 26.8°
20°
Mean sea temperature8 in 10 years20 °C – comfortable for swimming

The sea temperature in Beira ranges from 22.9 °C in July to 29.6 °C in January. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.

The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in January, while the air already peaks in November. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in January, eight out of ten years were between 28.9 and 30.2 °C.

Sea temperature by month
MonthAverageCool yearWarm yearFeels
JanuaryJan29.6°28.9°30.2°very warm
FebruaryFeb29.6°28.9°30.3°very warm
MarchMar29.1°28.7°29.6°very warm
AprilApr28.0°27.0°28.6°warm
MayMay26.0°25.5°26.7°warm
JuneJun24.1°23.5°24.5°pleasant
JulyJul22.9°22.4°23.5°refreshing
AugustAug23.3°22.7°24.0°pleasant
SeptemberSep24.7°24.0°25.3°pleasant
OctoberOct26.2°25.6°26.8°warm
NovemberNov27.7°27.0°28.4°warm
DecemberDec28.9°28.4°29.3°warm
Sunshine

Sunshine hours in Beira

Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.

Per year
2,550 hours
Sunniest month
Nov · 7.7 h a day
Least sunshine
Jul · 6.2 h a day
OctoberSunshine 7.6 hDaylight 12.5 hShare of daylight 61 %
SunshineDaylight

In October, the sun shines for about 7.6 of 12.5 hours of daylight in Beira, 61 % of the daylight hours.

Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.

Rain

Rain in Beira: rainy days and rainfall

A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.

Per year
934 mm on 122 days
Wettest month
Jan · 208 mm
Driest month
Aug · 12 mm
OctoberRainy days 7Rainfall 28 mm

In October, Beira has about 7 rainy days with 28 mm of rain in total.

Sun protection

UV index in Beira

How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.

Clear-sky UV in October
12 · extremeAvoid the midday sun; SPF 50+, covering clothes, hat and sunglasses.

The sun is strongest in January (UV 12).

Minutes until sunburn in October

Very fair skin
about 10 min
Fair skin
about 15 min
Light brown skin
about 20 min
Olive skin
about 25 min

Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.

Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.

Wind & clouds

Wind and clouds in Beira

How breezy and how cloudy Beira is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.

Wind

Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.

Year average
16 km/h · gentle breeze
Windiest month
Oct · 20 km/h
Calmest month
May · 13 km/h
OctoberWind 20 km/hBeaufort 4
20
WindBeaufort 4

In October, the wind in Beira typically peaks at 20 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate breeze.

Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting

From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting: Oct.

Clouds

Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.

Year average
41 % · mostly sunny
Clearest month
Aug · 26 %
Cloudiest month
Jan · 62 %
OctoberCloud cover 36 %Sunshine 7.6 h

In October, cloud covers on average 36 % of the sky over Beira: mostly sunny, with about 7.6 hours of sunshine a day.

Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.

Heat & humidity

Heat and humidity in Beira

How often the day gets hot in Beira (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.

Hot days a year
199 days
Hottest month
Nov · 33 °C
Hot months
Sep – Apr

Heat calendar

  • pleasant
  • some hot or muggy days
  • often muggy
  • often hot
  • hot and muggy
OctoberHot days (30 °C+) 21Daytime high 32 °C

In October, Beira has about 21 hot days, with an average daytime high of 32 °C: hot and muggy. Plan outdoor activities for the morning and evening, drink a lot and take breaks in the cool.

Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year

Planning a trip to Beira

Weather for your travel dates

Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.

Beira in the school holidays

How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.

Beira has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 84) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 35).

  • Easter holidays

    Mar – Apr

    52

    Fair

    • 30 °C by day
    • Sea 28 °C
    • 6.7 h of sun a day
    • 13 rainy days a month

    Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season

  • May half-term

    May – Jun

    80

    Excellent

    • 29 °C by day
    • Sea 26 °C
    • 7.0 h of sun a day
    • 5 rainy days a month

    Good for: Beach & swimming

  • Summer holidays

    Jul – Aug

    84

    ExcellentBest holidays

    • 28 °C by day
    • Sea 23 °C
    • 6.9 h of sun a day
    • 4 rainy days a month

    Good for: Beach & swimming

  • October half-term

    Oct

    62

    Good

    • 32 °C by day
    • Sea 26 °C
    • 7.6 h of sun a day
    • 7 rainy days a month

    Good for: Beach & swimming

  • Christmas holidays

    Dec – Jan

    35

    Poor

    • 32 °C by day
    • Sea 29 °C
    • 7.0 h of sun a day
    • 18 rainy days a month

    Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season

Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.

Getting there

Flying from

Nonstop flight
about 10 h 55 min
Distance
8,640 km
Time zone
UTC+2
Jet lag
Hardly any (under 3 h)

Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.

Storm season

Beira lies in an area that cyclones from the south-western Indian Ocean can reach. The cyclone season runs from November to April, with most storms from January to March. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.

  1. January: Peak
  2. February: Peak
  3. March: Peak
  4. April: Season
  5. May
  6. June
  7. July
  8. August
  9. September
  10. October
  11. November: Season
  12. December: Season

Official season dates of the regional warning centres (NOAA, JMA, IMD, Météo-France, BoM, Fiji Meteorological Service); not a forecast.

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Beira vs Blantyre

In October Blantyre has the better holiday weather (score 76 vs 62). During the day Blantyre is 2 °C cooler than Beira. Blantyre gets one hour less sunshine a day.

Beira vs Blantyre, in October
in OctoberBeiraBlantyre
Holiday weather score6276
Daytime high32°30°
Sea26°no sea nearby
Sunshine8 h7 h
Rainy days75
Best timeMay – AugMay – Sep

Through the year

OctoberBeira 32°Blantyre 30°
BeiraBlantyre
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Ranking

Mozambique in October: the best places

In October, Beira ranks 3 of 3 destinations in this country.

  1. Island of Mozambique31°27°100
  2. 2Maputo29°23°69
  3. 3BeiraThis page32°26°62
All destinations: Mozambique

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Frequently asked questions about Beira

When is the best time to visit Beira?

The best time to visit Beira is from May to August. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.

How warm is the sea in Beira?

The sea temperature in Beira ranges from 22.9 °C in July to 29.6 °C in January. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.

Can you swim in Beira in October?

Yes. In October the sea averages 26.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.

What is the warmest month in Beira?

November is the warmest month, with average highs of 33 °C and nights around 23 °C. July is the coolest month at 27 °C.

When does it rain most in Beira?

The rainy season is from December to March; the wettest month is January with 208 mm. The driest month is August with 12 mm.

How many hours of sunshine does Beira get?

Beira gets around 2,550 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is November with 7.7 hours a day; in July there are 6.2 hours a day.

What time zone is Beira in?

Beira is on UTC+2 all year.

How long is the flight from London to Beira?

A nonstop flight from London to Beira takes about 10 h 55 min, for a straight-line distance of about 8,640 km.

When is cyclone season in Beira?

Beira lies in an area that cyclones from the south-western Indian Ocean can reach. The cyclone season runs from November to April, with most storms from January to March. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.

Which school holidays are best for Beira?

Beira has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 84) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 35). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 52, May half-term 80, summer holidays 84, October half-term 62, Christmas holidays 35.