AI-generatedInhambane at a glance
- Best time
- Mar – Dec
- Warmest month
- Feb · 30°
- Warmest sea
- Feb · 28.3°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,760 h
- Rain a year
- 648 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC+2
- Elevation
- 8 m
Climate in Inhambane
Inhambane has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. February is the warmest month with average highs of 30 °C, while July is the coolest at 25 °C. With around 2,760 hours of sunshine a year, Inhambane is sunny; December is the sunniest month with 8.4 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Inhambane
The best time to visit Inhambane is from March to December. In March, though, the cyclone season is at its peak: check the forecast before you go. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from April to December. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from May to October. The rainy season is from January to February; the wettest month is January with 137 mm.
Inhambane through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Inhambane in the dry season
Mar – Dec
Excellent
- 25–30 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 7.5 h of sun a day
- 66 rainy days in all
Inhambane in the rainy season
Jan – Feb
Excellent
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 8.1 h of sun a day
- 27 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Apr – Dec
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
May – Oct
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Jan – Feb
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: March – December
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimmingSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 24°
- Midday, 13:00: about 27°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 27°
- Evening, 20:00: about 24°
- Night, 23:00: about 23°
05:0617:42
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 04:52–05:36 · evening 17:12–17:56
- Blue hour
- Morning 04:43–04:52 · evening 17:56–18:05
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 Inhambane compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs rise from about 27° at the start of the month to 28° at the end. The days get 0.7 h longer.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 27° | 28° |
| Night-time low | 21° | 22° |
| Sea | 25° | 25° |
| Daylight | 12.3 h | 12.9 h |
What is the weather like in Inhambane in October?
In October, Inhambane is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 24.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 31 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Inhambane.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 37 min05:06 – 17:42
- UV index
- 11 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 18 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 24 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 43 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 3 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+2offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %80 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %94 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Insect repellent
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October and September bring similar holiday weather to Inhambane (score 95 and 95). Daytime highs are about the same. The sea is 1 °C cooler in September. September has one rainy day fewer.
| Month | October | September |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 95 | 95 |
| Daytime high | 27° | 27° |
| Night-time low | 21° | 20° |
| Sea | 24.9° | 24.1° |
| Sunshine | 7.8 h | 7.6 h |
| Rainy days | 5 | 4better |
| Rainfall | 31 mm | 15 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 18 | 15better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Inhambane month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
83January30° · Sea 28° · 8.2 h
In January, Inhambane is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 14 days, totalling 137 mm. On about 13 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Inhambane.
Inhambane in January84February30° · Sea 28° · 8.0 h
In February, Inhambane is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 13 days, totalling 101 mm. On about 12 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Inhambane.
Inhambane in February84March30° · Sea 28° · 7.7 h
In March, Inhambane is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 79 mm in total. On about 12 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Inhambane.
Inhambane in March88April28° · Sea 27° · 7.1 h
In April, Inhambane is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 27.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 43 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Inhambane.
Inhambane in April92May27° · Sea 26° · 7.4 h
In May, Inhambane is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 26.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 30 mm. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Inhambane.
Inhambane in May90June26° · Sea 25° · 6.7 h
In June, Inhambane is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 25.0 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 27 mm. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Inhambane.
Inhambane in June91July25° · Sea 24° · 6.7 h
In July, Inhambane is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 24.0 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 22 mm in total. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Inhambane.
Inhambane in July94August26° · Sea 24° · 7.3 h
In August, Inhambane is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 23.8 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 10 mm in total. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Inhambane.
Inhambane in August95September27° · Sea 24° · 7.6 h
In September, Inhambane is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 24.1 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.6 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 15 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Inhambane.
Inhambane in September95October27° · Sea 25° · 7.8 h
In October, Inhambane is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 24.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 31 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Inhambane.
Inhambane in October91November28° · Sea 26° · 7.9 h
In November, Inhambane is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 26.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 62 mm. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Inhambane.
Inhambane in November90December29° · Sea 27° · 8.4 h
In December, Inhambane is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.4 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 91 mm in total. On about 10 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Inhambane.
Inhambane in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Inhambane
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 18 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in July (19°), the warmest in January (25°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from September to June; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from July to August. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 226 days a year, mostly from September to April.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 83 | 30° | 25° | 28.1° | 8.2 h | 14 | 137 |
| FebruaryFeb | 84 | 30° | 25° | 28.3° | 8.0 h | 13 | 101 |
| MarchMar | 84 | 30° | 25° | 28.0° | 7.7 h | 12 | 79 |
| AprilApr | 88 | 28° | 23° | 27.2° | 7.1 h | 8 | 43 |
| MayMay | 92 | 27° | 21° | 26.1° | 7.4 h | 6 | 30 |
| JuneJun | 90 | 26° | 20° | 25.0° | 6.7 h | 6 | 27 |
| JulyJul | 91 | 25° | 19° | 24.0° | 6.7 h | 5 | 22 |
| AugustAug | 94 | 26° | 19° | 23.8° | 7.3 h | 3 | 10 |
| SeptemberSep | 95 | 27° | 20° | 24.1° | 7.6 h | 4 | 15 |
| OctoberOct | 95 | 27° | 21° | 24.9° | 7.8 h | 5 | 31 |
| NovemberNov | 91 | 28° | 23° | 26.0° | 7.9 h | 7 | 62 |
| DecemberDec | 90 | 29° | 24° | 27.2° | 8.4 h | 10 | 91 |
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
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Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Inhambane
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 24.4 – 25.2 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Inhambane ranges from 23.8 °C in August to 28.3 °C in February. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in February, eight out of ten years were between 27.8 and 28.8 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 28.1° | 27.6° | 28.7° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 28.3° | 27.8° | 28.8° | warm |
| MarchMar | 28.0° | 27.6° | 28.6° | warm |
| AprilApr | 27.2° | 26.4° | 27.9° | warm |
| MayMay | 26.1° | 25.4° | 26.7° | warm |
| JuneJun | 25.0° | 24.5° | 25.3° | pleasant |
| JulyJul | 24.0° | 23.6° | 24.4° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 23.8° | 23.3° | 24.3° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 24.1° | 23.6° | 24.7° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 24.9° | 24.4° | 25.2° | pleasant |
| NovemberNov | 26.0° | 25.6° | 26.5° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 27.2° | 26.8° | 27.7° | warm |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Inhambane
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 7.8 of 12.6 hours of daylight in Inhambane, 62 % 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 Inhambane: 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.
In October, Inhambane has about 5 rainy days with 31 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Inhambane
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 11 · extremeAvoid the midday sun; SPF 50+, covering clothes, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in December (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 Inhambane
How breezy and how cloudy Inhambane 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.
In October, the wind in Inhambane typically peaks at 24 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: all year except May.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 43 % of the sky over Inhambane: mostly sunny, with about 7.8 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 Inhambane
How often the day gets hot in Inhambane (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Inhambane has about 3 hot days, with an average daytime high of 27 °C: often muggy. The air feels warmer than the thermometer says: light, airy clothes and slow days help.
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 Inhambane
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Inhambane 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.
Inhambane has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 95) and its weakest during the Easter holidays (score 87).
- 87
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Excellent
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 7.3 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Storm season
- 92
May half-term
May – Jun
Excellent
- 27 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 7.3 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 93
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Excellent
- 26 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 7.1 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 95
October half-term
Oct
ExcellentBest holidays
- 27 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 7.8 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 87
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Excellent
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 8.3 h of sun a day
- 12 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 11 h 25 min
- Distance
- 9,080 km
- Time zone
- UTC+2
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: Mozambique
- Currency
- Mozambican Metical (MZN)
- Language
- Portuguese
- Sockets
- Type C, F, M · 220 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the left
- Dialling code
- +258
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
Storm season
Inhambane 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.
- January: Peak
- February: Peak
- March: Peak
- April: Season
- May
- June
- July
- August
- September
- October
- November: Season
- 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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Inhambane vs Maputo
In October Inhambane has the better holiday weather (score 95 vs 82). During the day Maputo is 2 °C warmer than Inhambane. The sea in Maputo is 2 °C cooler. Maputo gets 2 fewer hours of sunshine a day.
| in October | Inhambane | Maputo |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 95 | 82 |
| Daytime high | 27° | 29° |
| Sea | 25° | 23° |
| Sunshine | 8 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 5 | 7 |
| Best time | Mar – Dec | May – Sep |
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In October, Inhambane ranks 2 of 7 destinations in this country.
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- 2InhambaneThis page27°25°95
- 3Maputo29°23°69
- 4Quelimane31°26°69
- 5Pemba31°27°68
- 6Beira32°26°62
- 7Nampula33°57
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Frequently asked questions about Inhambane
When is the best time to visit Inhambane?
The best time to visit Inhambane is from March to December. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Inhambane?
The sea temperature in Inhambane ranges from 23.8 °C in August to 28.3 °C in February. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Inhambane in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 24.9 °C – pleasant for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Inhambane?
February is the warmest month, with average highs of 30 °C and nights around 25 °C. July is the coolest month at 25 °C.
When does it rain most in Inhambane?
The rainy season is from January to February; the wettest month is January with 137 mm. The driest month is August with 10 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Inhambane get?
Inhambane gets around 2,760 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is December with 8.4 hours a day; in June there are 6.7 hours a day.
What time zone is Inhambane in?
Inhambane is on UTC+2 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Inhambane?
A nonstop flight from London to Inhambane takes about 11 h 25 min, for a straight-line distance of about 9,080 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
When is cyclone season in Inhambane?
Inhambane 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 Inhambane?
Inhambane has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 95) and its weakest during the Easter holidays (score 87). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 87, May half-term 92, summer holidays 93, October half-term 95, Christmas holidays 87.