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Insaca, Mozambique

Niassa Province · Mozambique

Insaca is a small city in Niassa Province, Mozambique with a population of 6,668. Elevation: 2,149 ft (655 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

6,668 Population 6/sq mi density
2,149 ft Elevation 655 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
44.8 in Annual Rain
Africa / Maputo Timezone

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People

Population6,668
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain44.8 in/yr
Sunny Days255/yr
Elevation2,149 ft (655 m)
Population6,668
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation2,149 ft (655 m)
Coordinates-15.1978°, 35.8709°
TimezoneAfrica/Maputo
Country🇲🇿 Mozambique
State / ProvinceNiassa Province
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation44.8 inches (1,137 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Insaca

Insaca is a small city in Mozambique (Niassa Province) with a population of 6,668. The city sits at an elevation of 2,149 feet (655 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Maputo.

Insaca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 255 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,149 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average73.2°F
36% above Mozambique avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days255 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,149 ft (655 m)
Area1,130.6 sq mi (2,928.2 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates-15.1978°N, 35.8709°W
TimezoneAfrica/Maputo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.8"
18% above Mozambique avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 10.31"
Driest Month (May) 0.71"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.5 on Jan 30, 2025.

Jan 4, 2000 49 km SE of Phalombe, Malawi M4.9 105 km
Jan 3, 1998 2 km SE of Blantyre, Malawi M4.6 113 km
May 13, 2012 44 km ESE of Phalombe, Malawi M4.6 85 km
Jan 30, 2025 35 km S of Monkey Bay, Malawi M4.5 138 km
Jun 14, 2012 6 km WNW of Zomba, Malawi M4.3 68 km
Jan 29, 2005 10 km WSW of Zomba, Malawi M4.0 73 km
Apr 9, 2000 43 km SSW of Monkey Bay, Malawi M3.9 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Freddy (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Freddy Category 2 268 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 10.3 in Wettest
February 76°F (24°C) 9.0 in
March 75°F (24°C) 6.9 in
April 73°F (23°C) 2.0 in
May 70°F (21°C) 0.7 in Driest
June 66°F (19°C) 0.8 in
July 66°F (19°C) 0.7 in Coldest
August 69°F (20°C) 1.1 in
September 74°F (23°C) 1.1 in
October 78°F (26°C) 1.2 in
November 79°F (26°C) 3.1 in Warmest
December 77°F (25°C) 7.8 in

Insaca has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 66°F in July to 79°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 44.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (10.3") and May the driest (0.7").

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Schools in Insaca

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escola Secundaria Geral Samuel Graciano - - - -
Ensino Secundario Aberto Mocambicano - - - -
Escola Secundaria de Mecanhelas - - - -
EPC DE MECANHELAS - - - -
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Hotels in Insaca

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chapola
Pensao Nemele Ntxele

Restaurants in Insaca

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Antoninho, Namizurruko
Bar

Clinics in Insaca

3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Centro de Saude de Candulo
Centro de Saude de Chissaua
Centro de Saude de Nanhumba

Train Stations in Insaca

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Entre Lagos

Gas Stations in Insaca

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

MZ #500680628
Petromoc De Mecanhelas

Banks in Insaca

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Banco BCI
Banco BCI

Airports Near Insaca

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cuamba AirportFXOSmall Airport
Mecanhelas Airport-Small Airport
Mvuu Camp AirportVUUSmall Airport
Zomba Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Insaca

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Igreja
Jesus cristosenhor
UBM

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 Insaca

What is the population of Insaca?

Insaca has a population of 6,668 residents and is located in Mozambique. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 1,130.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Insaca?

Insaca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.8 inches.

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