Weather in Matola, Mozambique 🇲🇿
Live weather in Matola, currently 20°C with patchy rain nearby. View the 7-day forecast, hourly conditions, and air quality index. Matola is in Mozambique — see weather across all major cities in Mozambique, or browse the hottest cities right now worldwide.
20.4°C
feels like 19.6°C
Patchy rain nearby
Current Weather in Matola, Mozambique Updated at 8:45 PM yesterday
| 💧 Humidity: | 74% |
| 🌬️ Wind: | 13.7 kph (147°) |
| 🌡️ Pressure: | 1028.0 mb |
| 👁️ Visibility: | 10.0 km |
| 🌧️ Precipitation: | 0.1 mm |
| ☁️ Cloud Cover: | 100% |
| ☀️ UV Index: | 0.0 |
| 🌅 Sunrise: | 05:57 AM |
| 🌇 Sunset: | 05:39 PM |
What is the weather like in Matola right now?
A mild 20°C evening in Matola right now, with patchy rain. Fine rain is drifting across Matola. The air feels true to the reading at the moment. A steady breeze is blowing at 14 kph from the west. Sticky conditions — humidity is up at 74%.
Breathe easy: air quality reads good, EPA index 1. The sun rose at 05:57 AM and sets at 05:39 PM, for 11h 42m of daylight.
There's a 61% chance of rain today, with around 1 mm forecast. Make the most of the next few hours — rain is set to start near 7am. Today is cooler than normal — around 6°C under the typical September high of 28°C.
Warmer air arrives later in the week — Friday near 30°C. Today's high stays well short of Matola's record for the date, 39°C.
Don't get caught out — rain gear is worth carrying in Matola today.
7-Day Weather Forecast for Matola, Mozambique 🇲🇿
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Air Quality Index in Matola, Mozambique 🇲🇿 (AQI)
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| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| US EPA Index: | 1 (Good) |
| UK DEFRA Index: | 2 (Low) |
| CO: | 110.0 µg/m³ |
| O3: | 65.0 µg/m³ |
| NO2: | 1.1 µg/m³ |
| SO2: | 0.5 µg/m³ |
| PM2.5: | 13.8 µg/m³ |
| PM10: | 18.8 µg/m³ |
About Matola
Matola, the bustling gateway to Maputo in southern Mozambique, sits just north of the capital and is a city of contrasts. Its lively streets hum with markets, colonial-era architecture, and the constant flow of traffic on the N4 highway. The sprawling industrial port zone gives way to residential neighborhoods and stretches of tropical greenery. The city’s geography is defined by its proximity to the Indian Ocean and the sprawling Maputo Bay, with low-lying terrain and the nearby Incomáti River shaping its landscape. Landmarks include the Praia da Costa do Sol beach, the bustling Matola Market, and the vast Edminton mine, while the wider country’s vibe is relaxed yet vibrant, a mix of Portuguese, African, and Arabic influences.
Under the Köppen Aw tropical savanna classification, Matola experiences a distinct wet and dry cycle. Summers, from November to March, are hot and humid, with average highs around 30°C and heavy downpours that often flood streets. Humidity routinely exceeds 75 percent, making the air feel thick and muggy. Winters, from May to September, are pleasantly dry and mild, with temperatures ranging from 15°C to 25°C, and almost no rain. Travelers should pack lightweight cotton clothing, a sturdy umbrella or rain jacket for the wet season, and a light sweater for cooler winter evenings. Hat and sunscreen are essential year-round due to the strong sun.
The best time to visit weather-wise is during the dry winter months, from May to September, when days are sunny and comfortable. Notable weather phenomena include the frequent, intense thunderstorms that can occur during the rainy season, sometimes causing localized flooding. While Mozambique is prone to tropical cyclones, Matola lies just north of the main cyclone belt and rarely experiences direct hits, though heavy rain and gusty winds from passing storms can still disrupt travel.
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