The best times to visit Massingir for ideal weather are

April 9th to October 7th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Massingir Travel Info

Weather in Massingir

Temperature

Average temperatures in Massingir vary greatly. 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 46th 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 Massingir, the hottest months are December, February, and then March. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid December where highs are regularly around 96.1°F (35.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 71.5°F (21.9°C) at night.

Massingir Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Massingir 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.

Massingir Perceived Temperature (F)

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Massingir Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Massingir 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)
Jan 88.6 81.1 71.3
Feb 89.1 81.5 70
Mar 90.6 81.3 69.7
Apr 82.5 73.6 61.9
May 84.2 71.1 54.7
Jun 78.2 65.8 49.8
Jul 77.4 65.5 47.5
Aug 81.7 69.5 51.5
Sep 84.5 74.4 59.2
Oct 86.8 78.2 65.8
Nov 86.7 78.4 67.3
Dec 91 82.5 70.7

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 31.4 27.3 21.8
Feb 31.7 27.5 21.1
Mar 32.6 27.4 20.9
Apr 28.1 23.1 16.6
May 29 21.7 12.6
Jun 25.7 18.8 9.9
Jul 25.2 18.6 8.6
Aug 27.6 20.8 10.8
Sep 29.2 23.6 15.1
Oct 30.4 25.7 18.8
Nov 30.4 25.8 19.6
Dec 32.8 28.1 21.5

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Massingir are September, August, and then July. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early February. For example, on the week of February 5th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late January with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of January 22nd.

When can you find snow in Massingir? 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 Massingir.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Massingir (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)
Jan 24% 0 6.3
Feb 15% 0 1.1
Mar 9% 0 0.5
Apr 11% 0 0.9
May 4% 0 0.7
Jun 5% 0 0.7
Jul 4% 0 0.2
Aug 4% 0 0.2
Sep 0% 0 0
Oct 10% 0 2
Nov 41% 0 8.3
Dec 15% 0 2.3

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 24 0 16
Feb 15 0 2.8
Mar 9 0 1.3
Apr 11 0 2.3
May 4 0 1.8
Jun 5 0 1.8
Jul 4 0 0.5
Aug 4 0 0.5
Sep 0 0 0
Oct 10 0 5.1
Nov 41 0 21.1
Dec 15 0 5.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Massingir has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is October (52.2% relative humidity), and the most humid month is January (66.8%).

Wind in Massingir is usually moderate. The windiest month is October, followed by February and September. October’s average wind speed of around 11.8 knots (13.6 MPH or 21.8 KPH) is considered “a moderate breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late October where average top sustained speeds reach 21 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Massingir.

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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 8.1 Gentle breeze 12.9 Significant breeze
Feb 9.7 Gentle breeze 15.3 Significant breeze
Mar 7.9 Gentle breeze 13.7 Significant breeze
Apr 7.4 Gentle breeze 12.5 Significant breeze
May 5.5 Light breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Jun 5.8 Light breeze 11.3 Significant breeze
Jul 5.4 Light breeze 10.6 Significant breeze
Aug 8.2 Gentle breeze 14.8 Significant breeze
Sep 9.2 Gentle breeze 15.4 Significant breeze
Oct 11.8 Significant breeze 17.4 Strong breeze
Nov 8.3 Gentle breeze 13.9 Significant breeze
Dec 8.5 Gentle breeze 14.4 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 66.8%
Feb 59.1%
Mar 59.4%
Apr 60.5%
May 60%
Jun 60.4%
Jul 58.7%
Aug 57%
Sep 52.9%
Oct 52.2%
Nov 57.8%
Dec 59.9%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Massingir?

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 Massingir, 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 Massingir 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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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 55.7 in August means 55.7% of the tourists vs. September.

 

 

Overall Massingir Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 94.3°F (34.6°C) and 80.6°F (27°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 3 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 very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the least precipitation with 1 to 2 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the slowest season for tourism in Massingir, so lodging and other accommodations may cost less than usual.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 92.4°F (33.6°C) and 80.4°F (26.9°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 0 to 12 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 Massingir to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 96.1°F (35.6°C) and 85.8°F (29.9°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 4 to 7 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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