Maputo
Capital of Mozambique
Maputo is the capital city of Mozambique, with a population of about 1.1 million in 2023. Visitors come to see its historical architecture and civic landmarks.
What to see
The city features several notable architectural sites. The Cathedral of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception and Maputo City Hall are central points of interest. Additionally, the Fort Nossa Senhora da Conceição de Lourenço Marques is available to view.
When to go
The driest and coolest time to visit is from June through August, when monthly rainfall is between 14 mm and 16 mm and daily highs reach 23 °C to 24 °C. Temperatures are warmer from November through March, reaching daily highs of 26 °C to 28 °C. This period is also wetter, with rainfall peaking in January at 145 mm over about 18 days.
Getting there
Maputo is served by Maputo Airport, which is located 5 km from the city.
Top sights in Maputo
Weather by month
The warmest month is February, with an average high of 28 °C. The wettest is January, with about 145 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 28 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 25 | 24 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 28 |
| Average low, °C | 23 | 24 | 23 | 21 | 19 | 17 | 16 | 17 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 23 |
| Rainfall, mm | 145 | 122 | 94 | 47 | 29 | 16 | 16 | 14 | 27 | 57 | 108 | 108 |
| Rainy days | 18 | 16 | 14 | 11 | 6 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 7 | 9 | 12 | 16 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Maputo (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
Also worth a look
- Fort Nossa Senhora da Conceição de Lourenço Marques