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Macomia, Mozambique

Cabo Delgado Province · Mozambique

Macomia is a small city in Cabo Delgado Province, Mozambique with a population of 23,228. Elevation: 1,181 ft (360 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

23,228 Population 75/sq mi density
1,181 ft Elevation 360 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
43.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Maputo Timezone

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About Macomia

Macomia is a city located in the Cabo Delgado Province in northern Mozambique. It is the seat of the eponymous Macomia District.

People

Population23,228
Density75/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain43.0 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation1,181 ft (360 m)
Population23,228
Population Density75 / sq mi
Elevation1,181 ft (360 m)
Coordinates-12.2467°, 40.1208°
TimezoneAfrica/Maputo
Country🇲🇿 Mozambique
State / ProvinceCabo Delgado Province
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation43.0 inches (1,091 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Macomia

Macomia is a small city in Mozambique (Cabo Delgado Province) with a population of 23,228. The city sits at an elevation of 1,181 feet (360 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Maputo.

Climate in Macomia

Macomia has an average annual temperature of 24.9°C (77°F). The hottest month is Nov (27.9°C), the coldest is Jul (21.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 2094 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.1°C / 79°F 21.7° / 33.7° 434.6
Feb 25.6°C / 78°F 21.7° / 31.1° 345.8
Mar 25.4°C / 78°F 20.9° / 30.2° 478.9
Apr 24.7°C / 76°F 19.1° / 29.4° 360.2
May 22.8°C / 73°F 16.1° / 28.5° 118.0
Jun 21.8°C / 71°F 14.7° / 28.3° 35.8
Jul 21.7°C / 71°F 15.1° / 28.8° 31.6
Aug 23.3°C / 74°F 16.3° / 32° 9.6
Sep 25.3°C / 78°F 17.9° / 34° 3.9
Oct 26.7°C / 80°F 19.6° / 36.1° 70.3
Nov 27.9°C / 82°F 21.2° / 37.4° 42.4
Dec 27.6°C / 82°F 21.7° / 36.4° 162.6
Macomia has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,181 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average76.7°F
42% above Mozambique avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,181 ft (360 m)
Area311.3 sq mi (806.1 km²)
Population Density75/sq mi
Coordinates-12.2467°N, 40.1208°W
TimezoneAfrica/Maputo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.0"
13% above Mozambique avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 9.88"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

15 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 M5.2 123 km
Jun 5, 2018 96 km SE of Mocímboa, Mozambique M5.1 98 km
Jul 20, 1995 115 km ENE of Pemba, Mozambique M5.1 141 km
Apr 1, 2020 59 km ESE of Pemba, Mozambique M4.7 142 km
Mar 21, 2022 89 km SE of Mocímboa, Mozambique M4.5 108 km
Aug 9, 2013 52 km ESE of Pemba, Mozambique M4.4 133 km
Dec 16, 2001 24 km NE of Pemba, Mozambique M4.3 84 km
Sep 8, 2014 97 km NE of Pemba, Mozambique M4.3 113 km
Jul 4, 2020 121 km SE of Mocímboa, Mozambique M4.3 116 km
Jul 1, 1995 118 km NE of Pemba, Mozambique M4.3 135 km
Jan 3, 2005 95 km SSE of Mocímboa, Mozambique M4.1 70 km
Apr 11, 1996 105 km NE of Pemba, Mozambique M4.1 133 km
Feb 15, 2017 127 km NE of Pemba, Mozambique M4.1 138 km
Feb 12, 2010 134 km NE of Pemba, Mozambique M4.1 143 km
Jun 1, 2008 29 km SE of Pemba, Mozambique M3.5 119 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Chido Category 4 117 km
2019 Kenneth Category 4 6 km
1996 Doloresse Category 1 289 km
1994 Nadia Category 1 269 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 9.9 in Wettest
February 79°F (26°C) 8.0 in
March 78°F (26°C) 9.6 in
April 77°F (25°C) 4.8 in
May 76°F (24°C) 0.9 in
June 74°F (24°C) 0.4 in
July 74°F (23°C) 0.4 in
August 74°F (23°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
September 75°F (24°C) 0.1 in
October 77°F (25°C) 0.4 in
November 79°F (26°C) 2.1 in Warmest
December 79°F (26°C) 6.4 in

Macomia has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 74°F in August to 79°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 43.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (9.9") and August the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Macomia

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escola Secondaria Padre Paulo - - - -
Escola pública de Macomia - - - -
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Farmers Markets in Macomia

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Central / Mercado de Peixes
Mercado de Peixes

Clinics in Macomia

6 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Centro de Saude de Macomia
MZ #958582794
Posto de Saúde Naga1 - MSF
Posto de Saúde Magamula
Posto de Saúde Magamula - MSF
Unidade Médica Xinavane de Médicos Sem Fronteiras

Gas Stations in Macomia

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

MZ #364597282
MZ #686154062

Airports Near Macomia

8 airports within the area.

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

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 Macomia

What is the population of Macomia?

Macomia has a population of 23,228 residents and is located in Mozambique. The population density is 75 people per square mile, spread across 311.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Macomia?

Macomia has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.0 inches.

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