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Maxixe, Mozambique

Inhambane Province · Mozambique

Maxixe is a large city in Inhambane Province, Mozambique with a population of 126,408. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

126,408 Population 434/sq mi density
69 ft Elevation 21 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
38.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Maputo Timezone

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About Maxixe

Maxixe

Maxixe is the largest city and economic capital of the province of Inhambane, Mozambique. It is situated on the Indian Ocean at 23°52′S 35°23′E just south of the Tropic of Capricorn, in a bay opposite historic Inhambane City which can be reached by local ferries. Although Maxixe is the province's principal city, Inhambane City is the seat of the provincial government.

People

Population126,408
Density434/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain38.0 in/yr
Sunny Days267/yr
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Population126,408
Population Density434 / sq mi
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates-23.8597°, 35.3472°
TimezoneAfrica/Maputo
Country🇲🇿 Mozambique
State / ProvinceInhambane Province
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation38.0 inches (966 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Maxixe

Maxixe is a large city in Mozambique (Inhambane Province) with a population of 126,408. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet (21 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Maputo.

Climate in Maxixe

Maxixe has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 898 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 202.4
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 109.2
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 132.3
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 69.6
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 25.1
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 40.4
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 30.4
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 18.0
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 12.8
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 23.9
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 70.5
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 163.5
Maxixe has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 267 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 38.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average74.6°F
38% above Mozambique avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days267 days/yr

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Area291.3 sq mi (754.3 km²)
Population Density434/sq mi
Coordinates-23.8597°N, 35.3472°W
TimezoneAfrica/Maputo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.0"
0% below Mozambique avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.91"
Driest Month (Sep) 1.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.5 on Aug 15, 1991.

Aug 15, 1991 111 km ESE of Inhambane, Mozambique M4.5 115 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Gezani (2026).

Year Name Category Closest
2026 Gezani Category 2 45 km
2023 Freddy Category 1 199 km
2021 Guambe Category 2 157 km
2017 Dineo Category 2 51 km
2007 Favio Category 3 144 km
2003 Japhet Category 4 177 km
1991 Debra Category 2 215 km
1988 Doaza Category 4 290 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 5.6 in Warmest
February 80°F (27°C) 5.9 in Wettest
March 79°F (26°C) 4.8 in
April 76°F (24°C) 3.1 in
May 72°F (22°C) 2.9 in
June 69°F (21°C) 2.2 in
July 68°F (20°C) 1.8 in Coldest
August 69°F (21°C) 1.1 in
September 72°F (22°C) 1.1 in Driest
October 74°F (23°C) 1.6 in
November 77°F (25°C) 3.3 in
December 79°F (26°C) 4.6 in

Maxixe has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 68°F in July to 80°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 38.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.9") and September the driest (1.1").

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Colleges & Universities in Maxixe

Institution Type Founded Website
Escola Superior de Hotelaria e Turismo University
UNISAVE-FACSAD University

Schools in Maxixe

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Universidade Pedagógica Delegaçâo da Maxixe
Universidade Pedagógica Delegaçâo da Maxixe
ES de Chambone
EPC Nhatitima
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Radio Stations near Maxixe

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Maxixe

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa de Cultura

Farmers Markets in Maxixe

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Central Market
Mercado Central
Mercado Central
Mercado estação
Mercado Mafureira
Sicutituno

Hotels in Maxixe

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Farmars
Hotel Herry
Pousada motel

Restaurants in Maxixe

9 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Local Restaurant
Mando's
Maxixe Camping's Restaurant
Quiosque Masive
Residential Taj Mahal
Restaurant
Stop
Take away and halal food
Tsaka

Clinics in Maxixe

4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centro de Saude Cidade de Maxixe
Centro de Saude de Teles
Centro de Saude Mahangue
Centro de Saude manhala

Bus Stations in Maxixe

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

MZ #419707567
MZ #4488162591

Gas Stations in Maxixe

9 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Engen
Engen
MZ #2507215271
MZ #2507217449
MZ #908782099
Total
Total
Total
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Banks in Maxixe

6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BCI
BCM
FNB
Millennium bim
Millennium Bim
Standard Bank

Airports Near Maxixe

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Inhambane AirportINHMedium Airport
Homoine AirportSmall Airport
Massinga AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Maxixe

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Correios de Moçambique

Churches & Religious Organizations in Maxixe

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mosque

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Maputo

Around Maxixe

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 6
Restaurants 18
Cafes 3
Bars 4
Supermarkets 3
Banks 9
Museums 1
Hotels 5
Parks 2
Police Stations 1
Places of Worship 4

🇲🇿 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 Maxixe

What is the population of Maxixe?

Maxixe has a population of 126,408 residents and is located in Mozambique. The population density is 434 people per square mile, spread across 291.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Maxixe?

Maxixe has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.0 inches.

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