Monthly climate guide

Maputo weather in March

March in Maputo is typically hot, with average daytime highs around 31°C (88°F) and night-time lows near 22°C (71°F). The month usually brings about 104 mm of rain (wet) and is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as February and 2°C warmer than April.

What stands out in March

Rain is above Maputo's usual level, by about 48%.
Only 2 months are warmer in Maputo than March.
March brings early autumn to Maputo — the seasons are reversed south of the equator.
Humidity near 76% makes 31°C feel stickier than it sounds.

Avg high

31°C

88°F

Avg low

22°C

71°F

Rainfall

104 mm

wet

Humidity

76%

relative

Sky

47%

cloud · a mix of sun and cloud

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Average monthly climate in Maputo
Month	Avg high	Avg low	Rain	Humidity	Cloud cover
January	31°C / 87°F	22°C / 72°F	193 mm	76%	61%
February	31°C / 88°F	23°C / 73°F	115 mm	76%	56%
March	31°C / 88°F	22°C / 71°F	104 mm	76%	47%
April	29°C / 84°F	20°C / 67°F	53 mm	73%	46%
May	28°C / 82°F	17°C / 63°F	22 mm	71%	27%
June	26°C / 80°F	15°C / 58°F	13 mm	66%	28%
July	26°C / 78°F	14°C / 58°F	16 mm	67%	29%
August	27°C / 81°F	16°C / 60°F	13 mm	66%	30%
September	29°C / 85°F	18°C / 64°F	35 mm	66%	40%
October	30°C / 85°F	19°C / 66°F	64 mm	69%	53%
November	31°C / 87°F	20°C / 68°F	83 mm	69%	62%
December	32°C / 89°F	22°C / 71°F	135 mm	72%	67%

What to pack for March

Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
A refillable water bottle
A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
Water-resistant shoes
Quick-dry fabrics — it feels stickier than the temperature suggests

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Is March a good time to visit Maputo?

Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.

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Other Mozambique cities in March

Beira

29° / 26°C · 119 mm

Nampula

29° / 21°C · 180 mm

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Maputo in March: quick answers

Is March a good time to visit Maputo?

March is one of the wetter months in Maputo, with about 104 mm of rain. You can still go: pack a rain jacket and keep plans flexible.

How warm is Maputo in March?

Average highs are about 31°C (88°F) and average lows about 22°C (71°F), based on 10 years of daily data.

Does it rain a lot in Maputo in March?

Maputo typically gets around 104 mm of rain in March — wet.

Figures are long-term averages for the area around Maputo (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.