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Chibuto, Mozambique

Gaza Province · Mozambique

Chibuto is a mid-size city in Gaza Province, Mozambique with a population of 73,393. Elevation: 344 ft (105 m). Average temperature: 74°F (24°C).

73,393 Population 31/sq mi density
344 ft Elevation 105 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 24°C
33.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Maputo Timezone

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About Chibuto

Chibuto is a city located in the province of Gaza in Mozambique, about 200 km north of the capital, Maputo. It is the principal city of Chibuto District and is served by Chibuto Airport.

People

Population73,393
Density31/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (24°C)
Rain33.2 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation344 ft (105 m)
Population73,393
Population Density31 / sq mi
Elevation344 ft (105 m)
Coordinates-24.6867°, 33.5306°
TimezoneAfrica/Maputo
Country🇲🇿 Mozambique
State / ProvinceGaza Province
Average Temperature74°F (24°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation33.2 inches (844 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Chibuto

Chibuto is a mid-size city in Mozambique (Gaza Province) with a population of 73,393. The city sits at an elevation of 344 feet (105 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Maputo.

Climate in Chibuto

Chibuto has an average annual temperature of 24.6°C (76°F). The hottest month is Dec (28.8°C), the coldest is Jul (19.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 833 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 27.7°C / 82°F 19.8° / 39.4° 134.6
Feb 27.3°C / 81°F 20.1° / 38.3° 176.1
Mar 26.2°C / 79°F 18.3° / 36.6° 89.5
Apr 24.3°C / 76°F 16.5° / 34.4° 93.7
May 22.1°C / 72°F 14.4° / 32.1° 32.0
Jun 20.2°C / 68°F 11.7° / 30.4° 35.4
Jul 19.8°C / 68°F 10.8° / 31.3° 17.3
Aug 21.7°C / 71°F 12.4° / 35.6° 7.7
Sep 23.9°C / 75°F 13.7° / 37.7° 25.7
Oct 25.7°C / 78°F 15.5° / 40.8° 40.7
Nov 28°C / 82°F 17.9° / 42.6° 57.1
Dec 28.8°C / 84°F 18.7° / 41.7° 123.4
Chibuto has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 276 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 33.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 344 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average74.4°F
38% above Mozambique avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Geography

Elevation344 ft (105 m)
Area2,397.2 sq mi (6,208.6 km²)
Population Density31/sq mi
Coordinates-24.6867°N, 33.5306°W
TimezoneAfrica/Maputo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.2"
13% below Mozambique avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.43"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.94"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M4.4 on May 8, 2010.

May 8, 2010 Mozambique M4.4 30 km
Jun 10, 1990 88 km NNW of Chokwé, Mozambique M3.5 130 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Gezani (2026).

Year Name Category Closest
2026 Gezani Category 2 229 km
2021 Guambe Category 2 274 km
2017 Dineo Category 2 201 km
2001 Unnamed Category 1 243 km
1991 Debra Category 1 273 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 5.4 in Warmest, Wettest
February 80°F (27°C) 4.9 in
March 78°F (26°C) 4.0 in
April 75°F (24°C) 2.4 in
May 71°F (22°C) 2.2 in
June 67°F (20°C) 1.3 in
July 66°F (19°C) 1.3 in Coldest
August 69°F (21°C) 0.9 in Driest
September 73°F (23°C) 1.3 in
October 75°F (24°C) 1.7 in
November 78°F (25°C) 3.3 in
December 80°F (26°C) 4.6 in

Chibuto has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 66°F in July to 80°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 33.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.4") and August the driest (0.9").

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Colleges & Universities in Chibuto

Institution Type Founded Website
Centro infantil Josina Machel University

Schools in Chibuto

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
EP do 1 e 2 Grau de Eduardo Mondlhane
Escola primaria de chiduachine
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Museums in Chibuto

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Portuguese Memorial

Farmers Markets in Chibuto

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado
Mercado
Mercado agricultura
Mercado Chiguidela
Mercado Chimundo
Mercado de Eduardo Mondlhane
Mercado josina machel
Mercado Machanzeni
Mercado Machanzeni

Hotels in Chibuto

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

DESHENG

Clinics in Chibuto

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centro de Saude de MuKotwene

Gas Stations in Chibuto

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bombas de Combustivel Canhanda
DESHENG
Mobil

Airports Near Chibuto

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bilene AirportSmall Airport
Chokwé AirportTGSSmall Airport
Xai-Xai Chongoene AirportVJBSmall Airport
Zongoene AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Maputo

🇲🇿 About Mozambique

Capital Maputo
Population 29,495,962
Area 801,590 km²
GDP (USD) $20,921,079,533
GDP per capita $622
HDI 0.461
Life expectancy 63.6 years
Internet users 19.8%
Urban population 35.7%
Currency MZN (Metical)
Languages Portuguese
Calling code +258
TLD .mz
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Mozambique

9 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Dia de Ano Novo
Feb 3 Heroes's Day Dia do Heroi Nacional
Apr 7 Women's Day Dia da Mulher
May 1 Worker's Day Dia do Trabalhador
Jun 25 Independence Day Dia da Independência
Sep 7 Victory Day Dia da Victória
Sep 25 Revolution Day Dia da Revolução
Oct 4 Day of Peace and Reconciliation Dia da Paz e da Reconcialição
Dec 25 Christmas Day Natal

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chibuto

What is the population of Chibuto?

Chibuto has a population of 73,393 residents and is located in Mozambique. The population density is 31 people per square mile, spread across 2,397.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chibuto?

Chibuto has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.2 inches.

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