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Beira, Mozambique
Sofala · Mozambique
Beira is a major city in Sofala, Mozambique with a population of 687,764. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Beira
The Grande Hotel Beira is an abandoned luxury hotel in Beira, Mozambique. It was opened in 1954 and operated until 1974, when it was closed due to lack of guests. The building was used as a military base during the Mozambican Civil War. It is currently home to over 3,500 squatters.
People
Climate
| Population | 687,764 |
| Population Density | 2,814 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Coordinates | -19.8436°, 34.8389° |
| Timezone | Africa/Maputo |
| Country | 🇲🇿 Mozambique |
| State / Province | Sofala |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 53.9 inches (1,369 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Beira
Beira is a major city in Mozambique (Sofala) with a population of 687,764. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Maputo.
Climate in Beira
Beira has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1555 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.7°F |
| 42% above Mozambique avg | |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 238 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 244.4 sq mi (633.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,814/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -19.8436°N, 34.8389°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Maputo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 9.1 in | Warmest |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 10.1 in | Wettest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 9.2 in | |
| April | 78°F (26°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 1.4 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 1.1 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 8.1 in |
Beira has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 69°F in July to 82°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 53.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (10.1") and September the driest (0.9").
Colleges & Universities in Beira
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centro De Formaçao Young Africa | College | - | , |
| ĐẠI HỌC | College | - | , |
| Escola industrial e Comercial"25 de Junho" | College | - | , |
| Faculdade de Ciências de Saúde | College | - | , |
| Faculdade de Letras e Humanidades | University | - | Visit → |
| IFP Inhamizua | College | - | , |
| IFP Manga | College | - | , |
| Instituto de Formacao Profissional da Beira | College | - | , |
| Seminario de Padres | College | - | , |
| Trường đh | College | - | , |
| UCM Faculdade De Economia E Gestao | University | - | , |
| Universidade Zambeziana | University | - | , |
| Université catholique du Mozambique | University | - | , |
Schools in Beira
26 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Secundaria da Manga | - | - | - | - |
| EPC 25 de Junho | - | - | - | - |
| Escola do Catedral | - | - | - | - |
| ES 3 de Maio | - | - | - | - |
| ES Estoril | - | - | - | - |
| EP Monhava | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Primária Amilcal Cabral | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Secundaria da Muchatazina | - | - | - | - |
| Escola primaria Jorge José Traquino | - | - | - | - |
| Escola primaria publica (EPI) | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Secundaria "Sensao Muthemba" | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Secundaria Samora Moises Machel | - | - | - | - |
| EPC Manga Loforte | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Primaria 11 de Novembro | - | - | - | - |
| EPC2 da Manga | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Secundaria Joao XXIII | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Secundaria Adventista | - | - | - | - |
| Escola EP2 Mutondo | - | - | - | - |
| Escola primaria dos Palmeiras | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Portuguesa | - | - | - | - |
| EPC VAZ | - | - | - | - |
| EPC Antiga Emissora | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Rei Dos Reis | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Comunitaria do Vaz | - | - | - | - |
| Escola primaria de Nassange | - | - | - | - |
| Escola de Associação Iqra | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Beira
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Super FM 101.9 | - | MP3 96 kbps | |
| LM Radio Mozambique | - | MP3 |
Museums in Beira
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa do Artista |
Farmers Markets in Beira
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Local market | |||||
| Loja muhamed | |||||
| Mercado 24 de Agosto / Mercado Novo | |||||
| Mercado 24 de Julho | |||||
| Mercado 24 de Julho | |||||
| Mercado central do buzi | |||||
| Mercado de Passagem de Nivel | |||||
| Mercado do Maquinino | |||||
| Mercado Felipe | |||||
| Mercado Goto | |||||
| Mercado Municipal da Manga Mascarenhas | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Nhangau | |||||
| Papelaria |
Hotels in Beira
13 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Beira
20 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Beira
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Beira
2 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Beira
2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Beira
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Beira
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Beira
8 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Beira
28 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Beira
12 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Beira
5 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Beira
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Beira
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Beira
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Beira
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Beira International Airport | BEW | Large Airport |
| Mafambisse Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Beira
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correios de Moçambique |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Beira
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| ADA Escola Dominical | |
| Catedral | |
| Igreja Sagrado Coraçao | |
| Masjid Central da Beira | |
| Massjid Hassane R.A | |
| Massjid Ponta Gea | |
| Mesquita | |
| Paroquia Sagrada Familia | |
| Uma igreja evangélica Pentecostal, De origem Assembleia de Deus |
Quick Facts
Around Beira
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Beira
1 places within 15 km
- • Praia do Estoril
🇲🇿 About Mozambique
Public Holidays in Mozambique
9 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Beira
What is the population of Beira?
Beira has a population of 687,764 residents and is located in Mozambique. The population density is 2,814 people per square mile, spread across 244.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Beira?
Beira has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 238 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.9 inches.