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Mocuba, Mozambique

Zambezia Province · Mozambique

Mocuba is a large city in Zambezia Province, Mozambique with a population of 196,001. Elevation: 495 ft (151 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

196,001 Population 42/sq mi density
495 ft Elevation 151 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
49.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Maputo Timezone

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About Mocuba

Mocuba

Mocuba is a city and seat of Mocuba District of Zambezia Province in Mozambique. It is located on the Licungo River.

People

Population196,001
Density42/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain49.5 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation495 ft (151 m)
Population196,001
Population Density42 / sq mi
Elevation495 ft (151 m)
Coordinates-16.8375°, 36.9856°
TimezoneAfrica/Maputo
Country🇲🇿 Mozambique
State / ProvinceZambezia Province
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation49.5 inches (1,256 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Mocuba

Mocuba is a large city in Mozambique (Zambezia Province) with a population of 196,001. The city sits at an elevation of 495 feet (151 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Maputo.

Climate in Mocuba

Mocuba has an average annual temperature of 25.6°C (78°F). The hottest month is Nov (29.6°C), the coldest is Jul (21.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1145 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.9°C / 80°F 20.2° / 35.4° 275.7
Feb 26.7°C / 80°F 20.2° / 34.5° 192.7
Mar 25.7°C / 78°F 19° / 33.6° 226.3
Apr 24.8°C / 77°F 17.1° / 33.2° 77.4
May 22.8°C / 73°F 14.8° / 32.7° 21.2
Jun 21.8°C / 71°F 13.9° / 32.2° 40.0
Jul 21.3°C / 70°F 13° / 32.6° 22.8
Aug 23.5°C / 74°F 14.3° / 36.6° 17.8
Sep 26.2°C / 79°F 15.5° / 39.9° 12.5
Oct 28.5°C / 83°F 18.4° / 43.1° 40.2
Nov 29.6°C / 85°F 19.8° / 43.4° 66.5
Dec 29.3°C / 85°F 20° / 41.4° 152.2
Mocuba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 495 feet.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average76.5°F
42% above Mozambique avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Geography

Elevation495 ft (151 m)
Area4,632.9 sq mi (11,999.3 km²)
Population Density42/sq mi
Coordinates-16.8375°N, 36.9856°W
TimezoneAfrica/Maputo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.5"
30% above Mozambique avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 9.65"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.51"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.9 on Apr 7, 2022.

Apr 7, 2022 40 km E of Nsanje, Malawi M4.9 143 km
Jan 4, 2000 49 km SE of Phalombe, Malawi M4.9 135 km
May 13, 2012 44 km ESE of Phalombe, Malawi M4.6 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Freddy (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Freddy Category 3 63 km
2021 Chalane Category 1 277 km
2021 Eloise Category 1 231 km
2012 Funso Category 4 150 km
2008 Jokwe Category 2 244 km
2000 Hudah Category 3 140 km
1996 Bonita Category 1 108 km
1988 Filao Category 2 150 km
1982 Justine Category 1 234 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 9.7 in Wettest
February 80°F (27°C) 8.0 in
March 79°F (26°C) 7.8 in
April 77°F (25°C) 4.1 in
May 73°F (23°C) 1.6 in
June 69°F (21°C) 1.3 in
July 68°F (20°C) 1.7 in Coldest
August 71°F (22°C) 0.7 in
September 76°F (24°C) 0.5 in Driest
October 81°F (27°C) 1.3 in
November 82°F (28°C) 3.9 in Warmest
December 81°F (27°C) 8.9 in

Mocuba has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 68°F in July to 82°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 49.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (9.7") and September the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Mocuba

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Agriculture Institute - - - -
Escola secundaria geral de Mocuba - - - -
General Secondary School- Samora Machel - - - -
Agriculture Institute - - - -
Escola secundaria geral de Mocuba - - - -
General Secondary School- Samora Machel - - - -
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Radio Stations near Mocuba

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Restaurants in Mocuba

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cruzeiro Restaurant

Clinics in Mocuba

4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Centro de Saude de Mocuba
Centro de Saude de Mocuba Sisal
Centro de Saude de Muloe
Centro de Saude de Namagoa

Gas Stations in Mocuba

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

MZ #5653835027
MZ #925353441
Puma
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Banks in Mocuba

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BCI

Stadiums & Teams in Mocuba

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Mocuba

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Maganja da Costa AirportMJSSmall Airport

Post Offices in Mocuba

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Correios de Moçambique

Treatment Centers in Mocuba

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Centro de Saude de Mocuba
Centro de Saude de Mocuba Sisal
Centro de Saude de Muloe

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mocuba

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Igresia catholica
Igresia catholica

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Maputo
Elevation
155 m (509 ft)
Postal Code
1100
Twinned With
Alcácer do Sal

Around Mocuba

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 3
Hospitals 1
Restaurants 1
Cafes 1
Bars 1
Supermarkets 3
Banks 5
Parks 1
Places of Worship 2

🇲🇿 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 Mocuba

What is the population of Mocuba?

Mocuba has a population of 196,001 residents and is located in Mozambique. The population density is 42 people per square mile, spread across 4,632.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Mocuba?

Mocuba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.5 inches.

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