The best times to visit Pemba for ideal weather are

June 11th to September 16th

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

 

 


Other Pemba Travel Info

Weather in Pemba

Temperature

Average temperatures in Pemba vary very little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot for most of the year with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 25th 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 Pemba, the hottest months are December, January, and then November. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid December where highs are regularly around 88.6°F (31.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 76°F (24.4°C) at night.

Pemba Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Pemba 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.

Pemba Perceived Temperature (F)

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Pemba Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Pemba 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 87.7 81.8 75.7
Feb 87.1 80.9 74.4
Mar 87.1 81.4 74.8
Apr 86.9 80.9 73.4
May 85.2 78.7 70.1
Jun 83 76.4 67.3
Jul 81.6 75.1 66.4
Aug 81.8 75.8 67.5
Sep 83.4 77.4 69.2
Oct 85.4 79.7 72.7
Nov 87 81.4 75.3
Dec 88.1 82.6 76.4

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 30.9 27.7 24.3
Feb 30.6 27.2 23.6
Mar 30.6 27.4 23.8
Apr 30.5 27.2 23
May 29.6 25.9 21.2
Jun 28.3 24.7 19.6
Jul 27.6 23.9 19.1
Aug 27.7 24.3 19.7
Sep 28.6 25.2 20.7
Oct 29.7 26.5 22.6
Nov 30.6 27.4 24.1
Dec 31.2 28.1 24.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Pemba are September, August, and then June. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late June. For example, on the week of June 25th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid February with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of February 19th.

When can you find snow in Pemba? 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 Pemba.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Pemba (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 27% 0 6.9
Feb 32% 0 7.7
Mar 20% 0 4
Apr 13% 0 1.7
May 4% 0 0.4
Jun 2% 0 0.2
Jul 3% 0 0.8
Aug 1% 0 0.2
Sep 1% 0 0.1
Oct 2% 0 0.4
Nov 5% 0 0.7
Dec 14% 0 3.1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 27 0 17.5
Feb 32 0 19.6
Mar 20 0 10.2
Apr 13 0 4.3
May 4 0 1
Jun 2 0 0.5
Jul 3 0 2
Aug 1 0 0.5
Sep 1 0 0.3
Oct 2 0 1
Nov 5 0 1.8
Dec 14 0 7.9

 

Humidity and Wind

Pemba has some very humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is June (65.8% relative humidity), and the most humid month is February (78%).

Wind in Pemba is usually moderate. The windiest month is July, followed by June and August. July’s average wind speed of around 10.3 knots (11.8 MPH or 19 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early August where average top sustained speeds reach 17.4 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 7.4 Gentle breeze 11.9 Significant breeze
Feb 6.5 Light breeze 11.2 Significant breeze
Mar 6.7 Light breeze 11.4 Significant breeze
Apr 8.2 Gentle breeze 12.5 Significant breeze
May 9.5 Gentle breeze 14.9 Significant breeze
Jun 10 Gentle breeze 15.3 Significant breeze
Jul 10.3 Gentle breeze 16 Significant breeze
Aug 9.7 Gentle breeze 15.4 Significant breeze
Sep 8.7 Gentle breeze 14.1 Significant breeze
Oct 8.8 Gentle breeze 14.3 Significant breeze
Nov 8.7 Gentle breeze 14.1 Significant breeze
Dec 8.1 Gentle breeze 13.6 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 76.9%
Feb 78%
Mar 75.8%
Apr 71.6%
May 68.3%
Jun 65.8%
Jul 66.7%
Aug 69.2%
Sep 68.9%
Oct 70.6%
Nov 71%
Dec 74.2%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Pemba?

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 Pemba, Mozambique is August, followed by July and May. 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 Pemba in October. 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 38.7 in October means 38.7% of the tourists vs. August.

 

 

Overall Pemba Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 87.7°F (30.9°C) and 83.7°F (28.7°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 6 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 0 to 1 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Pemba, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 87.5°F (30.8°C) and 82.6°F (28.1°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a barely noticeable amount: 0 to 1 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Pemba to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 88.6°F (31.4°C) and 85.8°F (29.9°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 4 to 9 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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