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Manica, Mozambique

Manica · Mozambique

Manica is a mid-size city in Manica, Mozambique with a population of 41,961. Elevation: 2,362 ft (720 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

41,961 Population 139/sq mi density
2,362 ft Elevation 720 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
38.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Maputo Timezone

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About Manica

Manica

Manica is a market town in western Mozambique, lying west of Chimoio in the province of Manica. Originally the centre of the Kingdom of Manica, it grew around the gold trade but is now best known for the Chinamapere rock paintings. The Penha Longa Mountains lie north of the town.

People

Population41,961
Density139/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation2,362 ft (720 m)
Population41,961
Population Density139 / sq mi
Elevation2,362 ft (720 m)
Coordinates-18.9344°, 32.8756°
TimezoneAfrica/Maputo
Country🇲🇿 Mozambique
State / ProvinceManica
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation38.5 inches (979 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Manica

Manica is a mid-size city in Mozambique (Manica) with a population of 41,961. The city sits at an elevation of 2,362 feet (720 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Maputo.

Climate in Manica

Manica has an average annual temperature of 21.4°C (71°F). The hottest month is Nov (25.1°C), the coldest is Jul (16.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1494 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.7°C / 75°F 16.7° / 33.1° 365.4
Feb 23.6°C / 74°F 16.2° / 32° 244.7
Mar 22.3°C / 72°F 14.9° / 31.1° 187.9
Apr 20.9°C / 70°F 12.9° / 30.3° 89.7
May 18.5°C / 65°F 10.6° / 28.9° 27.2
Jun 17°C / 63°F 8.7° / 28.2° 40.0
Jul 16.5°C / 62°F 7.8° / 29.7° 24.4
Aug 19°C / 66°F 8.9° / 33.7° 28.5
Sep 21.5°C / 71°F 10.1° / 36.4° 20.0
Oct 24.1°C / 75°F 12.6° / 39.6° 55.3
Nov 25.1°C / 77°F 15.1° / 37.7° 170.7
Dec 25°C / 77°F 15.4° / 36.5° 240.8
Manica enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 266 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 38.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,362 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average68.3°F
26% above Mozambique avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,362 ft (720 m)
Area301.2 sq mi (780.2 km²)
Population Density139/sq mi
Coordinates-18.9344°N, 32.8756°W
TimezoneAfrica/Maputo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.5"
1% above Mozambique avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 8.11"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.3 on Feb 1, 2021.

May 21, 2006 9 km S of Dorowa Mining Lease, Zimbabwe M4.5 121 km
Feb 1, 2021 35 km E of Chipinge, Zimbabwe M4.3 139 km
Apr 26, 2013 88 km E of Chimanimani, Zimbabwe M4.3 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Eloise (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Eloise Category 2 207 km
2019 Idai Category 3 77 km
2007 Favio Category 2 243 km
2003 Japhet Category 1 259 km
2000 Eline:leone Category 4 145 km
1997 Lisette Category 1 270 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 8.1 in Warmest, Wettest
February 73°F (23°C) 7.7 in
March 71°F (22°C) 4.6 in
April 69°F (20°C) 1.9 in
May 64°F (18°C) 0.9 in
June 60°F (16°C) 0.5 in
July 60°F (16°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest
August 63°F (17°C) 0.4 in
September 68°F (20°C) 0.7 in
October 72°F (22°C) 1.6 in
November 73°F (23°C) 4.0 in
December 73°F (23°C) 7.9 in

Manica has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 60°F in July to 73°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 38.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (8.1") and July the driest (0.4").

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Museums in Manica

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Rock art
The Mutare Museum
The Mutare Museum

Libraries in Manica

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Turner Memorial0.0
Turner Memorial0.0

Clinics in Manica

4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Centro de Saude de Chigodole
Centro de Saude de Jecua
Centro de Saude de Mundonguara
Centro de Saude de Nhamaxato

Train Stations in Manica

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Manica

Stadiums & Teams in Manica

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Airports Near Manica

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chimoio AirportVPYMedium Airport
Aberdeen Airport-Small Airport
Grand Reef Airport-Small Airport
Honde Valley Airport-Small Airport
Hot Springs Airport-Small Airport
Mutare AirportUTASmall Airport
Sussundenga Airport-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Manica

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Centro de Saude de Machipanda
Zimbambe National Family Planning Council

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 Manica

What is the population of Manica?

Manica has a population of 41,961 residents and is located in Mozambique. The population density is 139 people per square mile, spread across 301.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Manica?

Manica enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.5 inches.

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