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Caia, Mozambique
Sofala · Mozambique
Caia is a small city in Sofala, Mozambique with a population of 21,179. Elevation: 115 ft (35 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Caia
Caia is a town on the south bank of the Zambezi River in Sofala Province, Mozambique. It is a relatively small town with few modern facilities besides a petrol station and the neighbouring bank. Caia and surrounding communities have been experiencing an escalating HIV/AIDS epidemic, drawing national and foreign aid to the area, including a Canadian foundation called the Caia Connection based in Vila de Sena, 57.6 Kilometres north of Caia.
People
Climate
| Population | 21,179 |
| Population Density | 11 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 115 ft (35 m) |
| Coordinates | -17.8203°, 35.3442° |
| Timezone | Africa/Maputo |
| Country | 🇲🇿 Mozambique |
| State / Province | Sofala |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.8 inches (960 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Caia
Caia is a small city in Mozambique (Sofala) with a population of 21,179. The city sits at an elevation of 115 feet (35 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Maputo.
Climate in Caia
Caia has an average annual temperature of 25.9°C (79°F). The hottest month is Nov (29.8°C), the coldest is Jul (21.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1266 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.1°F |
| 43% above Mozambique avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 267 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 115 ft (35 m) |
| Area | 1,889.9 sq mi (4,894.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 11/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -17.8203°N, 35.3442°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Maputo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 7.6 in | Wettest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 7.4 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 6.0 in | |
| April | 78°F (25°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 74°F (24°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 1.3 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 0.5 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 0.9 in | |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| December | 82°F (28°C) | 6.2 in |
Caia has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 70°F in July to 82°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 37.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.6") and September the driest (0.3").
Hotels in Caia
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Caia
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Caia
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Caia
3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Caia
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Caia Airport | CMZ | Small Airport |
| Chemba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Inhaminga Airport | IMG | Small Airport |
| Marromeu Airport | RRM | Small Airport |
| Mopeia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vale Chassapa Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mozambique
9 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Caia
What is the population of Caia?
Caia has a population of 21,179 residents and is located in Mozambique. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 1,889.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Caia?
Caia has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.8 inches.