The best times to visit Ponta dOuro for ideal weather are

April 2nd to December 2nd

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

 

 


Other Ponta dOuro Travel Info

Weather in Ponta dOuro

Temperature

Average temperatures in Ponta dOuro vary little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a very low chance of rain throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 49th 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 Ponta dOuro, the hottest months are January, February, and then March. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early February where highs are regularly around 95.1°F (35.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 71.8°F (22.1°C) at night.

Ponta dOuro Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Ponta dOuro 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.

Ponta dOuro Perceived Temperature (F)

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Ponta dOuro Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Ponta dOuro 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 92.1 78.7 70.9
Feb 92.3 78.4 69.9
Mar 93 77.3 69.5
Apr 87.8 72.7 64.4
May 88 70.6 61.2
Jun 85.1 66.6 56.1
Jul 83.6 65.9 56
Aug 84.8 67.9 58.3
Sep 87.9 70.3 61.5
Oct 86.1 71.2 62.9
Nov 87.9 72.8 65.3
Dec 90.3 76.2 68.7

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 33.4 25.9 21.6
Feb 33.5 25.8 21.1
Mar 33.9 25.2 20.8
Apr 31 22.6 18
May 31.1 21.4 16.2
Jun 29.5 19.2 13.4
Jul 28.7 18.8 13.3
Aug 29.3 19.9 14.6
Sep 31.1 21.3 16.4
Oct 30.1 21.8 17.2
Nov 31.1 22.7 18.5
Dec 32.4 24.6 20.4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Ponta dOuro are June, May, 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 mid February. For example, on the week of February 19th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early March with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of March 5th.

When can you find snow in Ponta dOuro? 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 Ponta dOuro.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Ponta dOuro (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 19% 0 5.3
Feb 11% 0 3.6
Mar 19% 0 6.5
Apr 9% 0 1
May 2% 0 0.3
Jun 0% 0 0.1
Jul 5% 0 0.6
Aug 5% 0 0.6
Sep 5% 0 0.7
Oct 10% 0 1.2
Nov 10% 0 1.5
Dec 24% 0 6.4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 19 0 13.5
Feb 11 0 9.1
Mar 19 0 16.5
Apr 9 0 2.5
May 2 0 0.8
Jun 0 0 0.3
Jul 5 0 1.5
Aug 5 0 1.5
Sep 5 0 1.8
Oct 10 0 3
Nov 10 0 3.8
Dec 24 0 16.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Ponta dOuro has some very humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is June (62.1% relative humidity), and the most humid month is March (74.9%).

Wind in Ponta dOuro is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is November, followed by October and September. November’s average wind speed of around 4.4 knots (5.1 MPH or 8.2 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 November where average top sustained speeds reach 9.1 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 3.5 Barely noticeable 6.8 Light breeze
Feb 2.2 Barely noticeable 6.1 Light breeze
Mar 3 Barely noticeable 5.6 Light breeze
Apr 3 Barely noticeable 5.2 Light breeze
May 3.1 Barely noticeable 5.3 Light breeze
Jun 3.1 Barely noticeable 5.3 Light breeze
Jul 3.6 Barely noticeable 5.8 Light breeze
Aug 3.7 Barely noticeable 6.2 Light breeze
Sep 4.3 Light breeze 7.2 Light breeze
Oct 4.4 Light breeze 7.8 Gentle breeze
Nov 4.4 Light breeze 8 Light breeze
Dec 3.4 Barely noticeable 6.4 Light breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 71.7%
Feb 71.3%
Mar 74.9%
Apr 72.2%
May 70.7%
Jun 62.1%
Jul 63%
Aug 66%
Sep 64.9%
Oct 66%
Nov 67.5%
Dec 72.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Ponta dOuro?

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 Ponta dOuro, 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 Ponta dOuro 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 somewhat 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 Ponta dOuro Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 95.1°F (35.1°C) and 86.2°F (30.1°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 0 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 2 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the slowest season for tourism in Ponta dOuro, so lodging and other accommodations may cost less than usual.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 90.7°F (32.6°C) and 83.2°F (28.4°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 2 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 Ponta dOuro to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 94.2°F (34.6°C) and 85.8°F (29.9°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 3 to 7 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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