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Gorongosa, Mozambique
Sofala · Mozambique
Gorongosa is a small city in Sofala, Mozambique with a population of 21,792. Elevation: 1,079 ft (329 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Gorongosa
Gorongosa is a town and the administrative center of Gorongosa District of Mozambique, situated on the country's main north-south highway. Mount Gorongosa is north of the town, and Gorongosa National Park is a few kilometers east of the town.
People
Climate
| Population | 21,792 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,079 ft (329 m) |
| Coordinates | -18.6756°, 34.0728° |
| Timezone | Africa/Maputo |
| Country | 🇲🇿 Mozambique |
| State / Province | Sofala |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.5 inches (1,106 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gorongosa
Gorongosa is a small city in Mozambique (Sofala) with a population of 21,792. The city sits at an elevation of 1,079 feet (329 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Maputo.
Climate in Gorongosa
Gorongosa has an average annual temperature of 25.5°C (78°F). The hottest month is Nov (29.6°C), the coldest is Jul (20.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 963 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.9°F |
| 37% above Mozambique avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 257 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,079 ft (329 m) |
| Area | 3,041.0 sq mi (7,876.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -18.6756°N, 34.0728°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Maputo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 7.6 in | Warmest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 9.0 in | Wettest |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 6.3 in | |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 1.2 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 1.0 in | |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 1.2 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 8.3 in |
Gorongosa has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 65°F in July to 79°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 43.6 inches, with February being the wettest month (9.0") and July the driest (0.5").
Clinics in Gorongosa
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Gorongosa
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chimoio Airport | VPY | Medium Airport |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mozambique
9 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Gorongosa?
Gorongosa has a population of 21,792 residents and is located in Mozambique. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 3,041.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gorongosa?
Gorongosa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.5 inches.