MozambiqueAverage weather for Maputo in May
It's warm in May in Maputo with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 17°C and 19°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Maputo with hot temps, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights around 19°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 29°C, with nights around 19°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Maputo is around 29°C, while nighttime temps are about 18°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Maputo is 26°C this month. Lovely temperature for a swim.
In May, there is an average of 46 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Maputo in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
29°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
30°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
27°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
46 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
5 days | 14 days | |
April
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Maputo?
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Maputo. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 35°C in 2018, Maputo reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 12°C to a highest value of 24°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Maputo
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Maputo, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Maputo
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Maputo, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 5 days of precipitation in Maputo.
Daily UV index in May in Maputo
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May 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.
Temperature in May in Maputo over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Maputo, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Maputo over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Maputo, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Maputo
Click on any day in May 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.
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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.
