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Gurúè, Mozambique
Zambezia Province · Mozambique
Gurúè is a large city in Zambezia Province, Mozambique with a population of 168,971. Elevation: 2,369 ft (722 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Gurúè
Gurúè is a town located in the northern part of Mozambique, near the center of the province of Zambezia. It serves as the principal town of Gurué District, and is Mozambique's largest tea estate. According to the 2007 census, the town had a population of 145,466, an increase from the 99,335 inhabitants counted in the 1997 census.
People
Climate
| Population | 168,971 |
| Population Density | 66 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,369 ft (722 m) |
| Coordinates | -15.4669°, 36.9778° |
| Timezone | Africa/Maputo |
| Country | 🇲🇿 Mozambique |
| State / Province | Zambezia Province |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 66.6 inches (1,692 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gurúè
Gurúè is a large city in Mozambique (Zambezia Province) with a population of 168,971. The city sits at an elevation of 2,369 feet (722 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 66.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Maputo.
Climate in Gurúè
Gurúè has an average annual temperature of 21.5°C (71°F). The hottest month is Nov (26°C), the coldest is Jul (16.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 2287 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.0°F |
| 30% above Mozambique avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 215 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,369 ft (722 m) |
| Area | 2,560.8 sq mi (6,632.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 66/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -15.4669°N, 36.9778°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Maputo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 12.3 in | Wettest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 12.0 in | |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 12.1 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 5.5 in | |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 1.6 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 1.1 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 6.0 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 10.9 in |
Gurúè has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 63°F in July to 75°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 66.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (12.3") and September the driest (0.7").
Hotels in Gurúè
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Gurúè
4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Gurúè
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alto Molocue Airport | AME | Small Airport |
| Cuamba Airport | FXO | Small Airport |
| Gurue Airport | VJQ | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
Around Gurúè
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
🇲🇿 About Mozambique
Public Holidays in Mozambique
9 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Gurúè
What is the population of Gurúè?
Gurúè has a population of 168,971 residents and is located in Mozambique. The population density is 66 people per square mile, spread across 2,560.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gurúè?
Gurúè enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 215 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 66.6 inches.