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Nampula has a tropical savanna climate (Köppen Aw) with a hot, wet summer and a warmer, drier winter. The city’s temperatures are generally consistent with northern Mozambique’s climate, with annual rainfall concentrated in the summer wet season and a pronounced dry season from about May to October. The current weather conditions you provided (24.04°C, 60% humidity, few clouds) are consistent with a relatively mild dry-season day rather than the hotter, wetter peak summer conditions.
Summer Average
28°C
Winter Average
23°C
Climate Type
Tropical savanna
Rainy Days
95
Sunny Days
230
Humidity
70%
Spring
September - November
25-31°C
Spring is hot and increasingly humid as the wet season begins. Showers and thunderstorms become more frequent toward November.
Moderate rainfall
Summer
December - February
27-32°C
Summer is the wettest and most humid period, with frequent rain and partly to mostly cloudy skies. Heat is moderated at times by rain-bearing weather systems, but conditions can still feel muggy.
Very High rainfall
Autumn
March - May
24-30°C
Autumn remains warm early in the season, then trends drier and slightly cooler by May. Rainfall declines steadily as the dry season approaches.
Moderate rainfall
Winter
June - August
20-27°C
Winter is the coolest and driest part of the year, with lower humidity and more sunshine. Days are warm, while nights and early mornings are more comfortable than in the wet season.
Low rainfall
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Air Quality
Nampula
Nampula offers a dynamic, authentic Mozambican experience for expats looking to engage deeply with local life in a significant northern commercial hub. It's not a traditional expat enclave, meaning integration into the bustling daily reality is key. While safety and healthcare services are generally reliable, expectations should align with a developing regional city. Public transport is available, but personal arrangements often enhance convenience. Be prepared for a less structured expat support network, which presents both a challenge and a unique opportunity for genuine immersion.
Advantages
Nampula
Affordable cost of living
Growing business opportunities
Warm, welcoming community
Multiple parks and green spaces
Strategic regional hub location
Disadvantages
Nampula
No universities locally
Limited coworking spaces
Few cultural attractions
Basic infrastructure gaps
Limited job opportunities
Safety & Security in Nampula
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Poor
40
/100
Mozambique Avg
55
Africa Avg
54
Worldwide Avg
56
Crime & Safety Metrics
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