The best times to visit Chitengo for ideal weather are
April 23rd to September 9th
based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.
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Weather in Chitengo
Temperature
Average temperatures in Chitengo vary little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 55th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Chitengo, the hottest months are December, November, and then January. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid November where highs are regularly around 88.7°F (31.5°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 65.9°F (18.8°C) at night.
Chitengo Temperatures (Fahrenheit)
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Chitengo Temperatures (Celsius)
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“Feels-Like” Temperatures
The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.
Chitengo Perceived Temperature (F)
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Chitengo Perceived Temperature (C)
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Average Chitengo Temperatures by Month
Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.
Show Fahrenheit
Month | Avg. High (°F) | Avg. Mean (°F) | Avg. Low (°F) |
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Jan | 83 | 75.9 | 66.9 |
Feb | 83.2 | 75.9 | 66.8 |
Mar | 82.1 | 74.7 | 65.3 |
Apr | 79.3 | 71 | 60.6 |
May | 77.4 | 68.4 | 56.9 |
Jun | 74.8 | 65.2 | 53.9 |
Jul | 73 | 63.4 | 52.1 |
Aug | 78.5 | 67.5 | 54.8 |
Sep | 83.6 | 72.5 | 59.4 |
Oct | 86.3 | 75.7 | 62.8 |
Nov | 86.4 | 76.6 | 64.7 |
Dec | 84.8 | 76.7 | 67.1 |
Show Celsius
Month | Avg. High (°C) | Avg. Mean (°C) | Avg. Low (°C) |
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Jan | 28.3 | 24.4 | 19.4 |
Feb | 28.4 | 24.4 | 19.3 |
Mar | 27.8 | 23.7 | 18.5 |
Apr | 26.3 | 21.7 | 15.9 |
May | 25.2 | 20.2 | 13.8 |
Jun | 23.8 | 18.4 | 12.2 |
Jul | 22.8 | 17.4 | 11.2 |
Aug | 25.8 | 19.7 | 12.7 |
Sep | 28.7 | 22.5 | 15.2 |
Oct | 30.2 | 24.3 | 17.1 |
Nov | 30.2 | 24.8 | 18.2 |
Dec | 29.3 | 24.8 | 19.5 |
Precipitation (Rain or Snow)
If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Chitengo are July, June, and then May. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early May. For example, on the week of April 30th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid December with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of December 17th.
When can you find snow in Chitengo? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.
Chance of Precipitation
The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Chitengo.
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Snow on the Ground
The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Chitengo (in).
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Average Rain and Snow by Month
Show Inches
Month | Daily Chance of Rain | Average Snow Depth (in) | Total Precipitation (in) |
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Jan | 33% | 0 | 8.5 |
Feb | 27% | 0 | 5.8 |
Mar | 16% | 0 | 2.7 |
Apr | 17% | 0 | 2.3 |
May | 3% | 0 | 0.6 |
Jun | 2% | 0 | 0.4 |
Jul | 2% | 0 | 0.2 |
Aug | 3% | 0 | 0.3 |
Sep | 4% | 0 | 0.6 |
Oct | 4% | 0 | 0.6 |
Nov | 10% | 0 | 1.5 |
Dec | 30% | 0 | 8.7 |
Show Centimeters
Month | Daily Chance of Rain | Average Snow Depth (cm) | Total Precipitation (cm) |
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Jan | 33 | 0 | 21.6 |
Feb | 27 | 0 | 14.7 |
Mar | 16 | 0 | 6.9 |
Apr | 17 | 0 | 5.8 |
May | 3 | 0 | 1.5 |
Jun | 2 | 0 | 1 |
Jul | 2 | 0 | 0.5 |
Aug | 3 | 0 | 0.8 |
Sep | 4 | 0 | 1.5 |
Oct | 4 | 0 | 1.5 |
Nov | 10 | 0 | 3.8 |
Dec | 30 | 0 | 22.1 |
Humidity and Wind
Chitengo has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is October (54.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is January (75%).
Wind in Chitengo is usually calm. The windiest month is October, followed by November and September. October’s average wind speed of around 5.5 knots (6.3 MPH or 10.1 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid September where average top sustained speeds reach 10.8 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.
Relative Humidity (%)
The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Chitengo.
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Wind
The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.
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Average Wind Speeds
Show Wind Speeds
All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.
Month | Avg. Wind | Avg. Wind Feel | Sustained High Wind | High Wind Feel |
Jan | 4.5 | Light breeze | 8.6 | Gentle breeze |
Feb | 4.4 | Light breeze | 8.4 | Gentle breeze |
Mar | 3.9 | Barely noticeable | 8.2 | Gentle breeze |
Apr | 4.2 | Light breeze | 7.9 | Gentle breeze |
May | 2.9 | Barely noticeable | 6.8 | Gentle breeze |
Jun | 3.2 | Barely noticeable | 7.7 | Gentle breeze |
Jul | 3.4 | Barely noticeable | 7.8 | Gentle breeze |
Aug | 4.1 | Light breeze | 8.4 | Gentle breeze |
Sep | 5.2 | Light breeze | 10.1 | Gentle breeze |
Oct | 5.5 | Light breeze | 9.8 | Gentle breeze |
Nov | 5.2 | Light breeze | 9.4 | Gentle breeze |
Dec | 4.4 | Light breeze | 8.4 | Gentle breeze |
Show Relative Humidity by Month
Month | Avg. Relative Humidity |
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Jan | 75% |
Feb | 73.4% |
Mar | 73.4% |
Apr | 70% |
May | 66.8% |
Jun | 63.3% |
Jul | 63.6% |
Aug | 56.4% |
Sep | 56.2% |
Oct | 54.4% |
Nov | 60.6% |
Dec | 69.9% |
Is it Safe to Travel to Chitengo?
Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe, but with extra warnings in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings and regional advisories for Mozambique; exercise a high degree of caution and avoid some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 29, 2023.
The Busiest and Least Crowded Months
The busiest month for tourism in Chitengo, Mozambique is September, followed by May and October. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Chitengo in August. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.
Estimated Tourism by Month
Most Popular Months to Visit
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Overall Chitengo Travel Experience by Season
Fall (March through May)
Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 82.6°F (28.1°C) and 75.2°F (24°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 5 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.
Winter (June through August)
The middle-year months have comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the least precipitation with about 1 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the slowest season for tourism in Chitengo, so lodging and other accommodations may cost less than usual.
Spring (September through November)
Spring daily highs range from 88.7°F (31.5°C) and 81.1°F (27.3°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 1 to 3 days per month. Tourism is the busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be higher priced.
Summer (December through February)
Weather is perfect this time of year in Chitengo to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 86.1°F (30.1°C) and 81.7°F (27.6°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 8 to 10 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.
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