MozambiqueThe weather in January in Maputo
It's hot in January in Maputo with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 30°C to a high of 34°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 22°C and 24°C.
Looking for sun? January isn’t a good month to be in Maputo. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in January for Maputo, Mozambique. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 41°C in 2017, Maputo reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 22°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 18°C to a highest value of 27°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Maputo is 30°C this month. It’s really warm, perfect for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In January, there is an average of 185 mm of precipitation, spread over 21 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in January for Maputo
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Maputo. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
January weather comparison
| Maputo | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 32°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 34°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 22°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 185 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 21 days | 12 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Maputo with hot temps, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights around 24°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps drop to around 32°C, with nights around 24°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Maputo is around 33°C, while nighttime temps are about 24°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in Maputo, Mozambique. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Maputo
Temperature in January in Maputo over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in Maputo, Mozambique. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in January in Maputo
Total precipitation in January in Maputo over the years
Daily UV index in January in Maputo
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Maputo, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Maputo by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Maputo. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.