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Ibo, Mozambique

Cabo Delgado Province · Mozambique

Ibo is a small city in Cabo Delgado Province, Mozambique with a population of 5,701. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,701 Population 197/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
36.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Maputo Timezone

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About Ibo

Ibo

Ibo is one of the Quirimbas Islands in the Indian Ocean off northern Mozambique. It is part of Cabo Delgado Province. It grew as a Muslim trading port. Vasco da Gama reportedly rested on the island in 1502. The island was fortified in 1609 by the Portuguese.

People

Population5,701
Density197/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain36.5 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Population5,701
Population Density197 / sq mi
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates-12.3426°, 40.5859°
TimezoneAfrica/Maputo
Country🇲🇿 Mozambique
State / ProvinceCabo Delgado Province
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation36.5 inches (928 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ibo

Ibo is a small city in Mozambique (Cabo Delgado Province) with a population of 5,701. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Maputo.

Ibo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 270 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 36.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average78.0°F
44% above Mozambique avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area29.0 sq mi (75.0 km²)
Population Density197/sq mi
Coordinates-12.3426°N, 40.5859°W
TimezoneAfrica/Maputo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.5"
4% below Mozambique avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 8.35"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

18 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.5 on Mar 21, 2022.

Jul 16, 2002 86 km ESE of Mocímboa, Mozambique M5.2 93 km
Jun 5, 2018 96 km SE of Mocímboa, Mozambique M5.1 61 km
Jul 20, 1995 115 km ENE of Pemba, Mozambique M5.1 90 km
Jun 18, 2007 153 km ENE of Pemba, Mozambique M5.0 136 km
Apr 1, 2020 59 km ESE of Pemba, Mozambique M4.7 103 km
Mar 21, 2022 89 km SE of Mocímboa, Mozambique M4.5 75 km
Aug 9, 2013 52 km ESE of Pemba, Mozambique M4.4 94 km
May 24, 2008 152 km NE of Pemba, Mozambique M4.4 119 km
Jul 4, 2020 121 km SE of Mocímboa, Mozambique M4.3 71 km
Jun 20, 2007 144 km ENE of Pemba, Mozambique M4.3 124 km
Jul 1, 1995 118 km NE of Pemba, Mozambique M4.3 84 km
Dec 16, 2001 24 km NE of Pemba, Mozambique M4.3 51 km
Sep 8, 2014 97 km NE of Pemba, Mozambique M4.3 62 km
Apr 11, 1996 105 km NE of Pemba, Mozambique M4.1 81 km
Feb 15, 2017 127 km NE of Pemba, Mozambique M4.1 89 km
Feb 12, 2010 134 km NE of Pemba, Mozambique M4.1 94 km
Jan 3, 2005 95 km SSE of Mocímboa, Mozambique M4.1 33 km
Jun 1, 2008 29 km SE of Pemba, Mozambique M3.5 90 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

7 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Chido (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Chido Category 4 109 km
2025 Dikeledi Category 1 279 km
2025 Jude Category 1 288 km
2019 Kenneth Category 4 18 km
1996 Doloresse Category 1 244 km
1994 Nadia Category 1 251 km
1983 Elinah Category 1 284 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 8.4 in Warmest, Wettest
February 81°F (27°C) 6.9 in
March 80°F (27°C) 7.4 in
April 80°F (26°C) 4.7 in
May 78°F (26°C) 1.2 in
June 76°F (24°C) 0.6 in
July 74°F (23°C) 0.7 in Coldest
August 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in
September 76°F (24°C) 0.1 in Driest
October 77°F (25°C) 0.4 in
November 79°F (26°C) 1.6 in
December 80°F (27°C) 4.6 in

Ibo has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 74°F in July to 81°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 36.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (8.4") and September the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Ibo

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Cumuamba - - - -
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Farmers Markets in Ibo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado

Hotels in Ibo

5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Arquipelago
Baobibo
Cinco Portas
Miti Miwiri
Mwani House Lodge

Restaurants in Ibo

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Benjamy local restaurant
Kumawe Ibo Coffee and café
Restaurante Kisiwa Tchi Wibo

Cafes in Ibo

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cafe du Ibo
Saakata

Castles in Ibo

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Fortaleza de São João Baptista

Clinics in Ibo

3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Centro de Saude de Ibo
Centro de Saude de Nacoba (Expansao)
Centro de Saude de Quissanga

Airports Near Ibo

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Pemba AirportPOLMedium Airport
Ibo AirportIBOSmall Airport
Macomia Airport-Small Airport
Matemo Airport-Small Airport
Medjumbe Airport-Small Airport
Quirimba Airstrip-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ibo

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Igreja de São João Baptista

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Shipwrecks
1
Documented shipwreck sites from historical maritime records
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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 Ibo

What is the population of Ibo?

Ibo has a population of 5,701 residents and is located in Mozambique. The population density is 197 people per square mile, spread across 29.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ibo?

Ibo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.5 inches.

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