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Cuamba, Mozambique
Niassa Province · Mozambique
Cuamba is a mid-size city in Niassa Province, Mozambique with a population of 91,780. Elevation: 1,923 ft (586 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Cuamba
Cuamba is a city and district of Niassa Province in Mozambique, lying north west of Mount Namuli. Before independence the town was known as Nova Freixo.
People
Climate
| Population | 91,780 |
| Population Density | 72 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,923 ft (586 m) |
| Coordinates | -14.8031°, 36.5372° |
| Timezone | Africa/Maputo |
| Country | 🇲🇿 Mozambique |
| State / Province | Niassa Province |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.5 inches (979 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cuamba
Cuamba is a mid-size city in Mozambique (Niassa Province) with a population of 91,780. The city sits at an elevation of 1,923 feet (586 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Maputo.
Climate in Cuamba
Cuamba has an average annual temperature of 22.8°C (73°F). The hottest month is Nov (27.9°C), the coldest is Jul (18°C). Average annual precipitation is 1801 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.0°F |
| 39% above Mozambique avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 266 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,923 ft (586 m) |
| Area | 1,277.8 sq mi (3,309.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 72/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.8031°N, 36.5372°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Maputo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 10.0 in | Wettest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 8.3 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 5.8 in | |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 0.7 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 8.0 in |
Cuamba has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 67°F in July to 81°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 38.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (10.0") and August the driest (0.1").
Colleges & Universities in Cuamba
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| UCM | University | - | , |
Schools in Cuamba
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola | - | - | - | - |
| Escola | - | - | - | - |
| Escola | - | - | - | - |
| Escola | - | - | - | - |
| ESAM | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Secundaria Menegom | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Cuamba
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cuamba City Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Cuamba
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murini | |||||
| Padaria Nova |
Hotels in Cuamba
7 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Cuamba
6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Cuamba
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Cuamba
8 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Cuamba
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Cuamba
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Cuamba
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Cuamba
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Cuamba
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cuamba Airport | FXO | Small Airport |
| Gurue Airport | VJQ | Small Airport |
| Mecanhelas Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cuamba
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Irmãs | |
| São Miguel |
Quick Facts
Around Cuamba
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
🇲🇿 About Mozambique
Public Holidays in Mozambique
9 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Cuamba
What is the population of Cuamba?
Cuamba has a population of 91,780 residents and is located in Mozambique. The population density is 72 people per square mile, spread across 1,277.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cuamba?
Cuamba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.5 inches.