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Nampula, Mozambique
Nampula · Mozambique
Nampula is a major city in Nampula, Mozambique with a population of 770,379. Elevation: 1,414 ft (431 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Nampula
Nampula is the capital city of Nampula Province in Northern Mozambique. With a population of 743,125, it is the third-largest city in Mozambique after Maputo and Matola. The city is located in the interior of Nampula Province, approximately 200 kilometers from the coast and is surrounded by plains and rocky outcrops. The city is a major regional centre for the entire Northern region of Mozambique, as well as parts of Central Mozambique and border areas of Malawi and Tanzania.
People
Climate
| Population | 770,379 |
| Population Density | 6,235 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,414 ft (431 m) |
| Coordinates | -15.1165°, 39.2666° |
| Timezone | Africa/Maputo |
| Country | 🇲🇿 Mozambique |
| State / Province | Nampula |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.8 inches (1,087 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Nampula
Nampula is a major city in Mozambique (Nampula) with a population of 770,379. The city sits at an elevation of 1,414 feet (431 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Maputo.
Climate in Nampula
Nampula 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 1132 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.1°F |
| 41% above Mozambique avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 258 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,414 ft (431 m) |
| Area | 123.6 sq mi (320.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 6,235/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -15.1165°N, 39.2666°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Maputo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 9.5 in | Wettest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 9.4 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 7.1 in | |
| April | 76°F (25°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 0.7 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 7.0 in |
Nampula has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 70°F in July to 81°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 42.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (9.5") and September the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Nampula
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campus of the pedagogical university | University | - | , |
| Catholic University | College | - | , |
| Lurio | University | - | , |
| Nampula Polytechnico Institute | College | - | , |
| Universidade Lúrio | University | 2007 | Visit → |
| Universidade Mussa Bin Bique | University | - | , |
Schools in Nampula
22 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola secundaria sao joao batista | - | - | - | - |
| Escola secundaria sao joao batista | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Primaria de Namuatho A | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Primaria dos Limoeiros | - | - | - | - |
| Escola-Instituto Industrial e Comercial 3 de Fevereiro | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Primaria do Parque Popular | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Secundária de Nampula | - | - | - | - |
| Liceu Pitagoras | - | - | - | - |
| EP 3 de Fevereiro | - | - | - | - |
| Napipine high school | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Primaria Josina Machel | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Primaria Josina Machel | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Primaria de Namuatho A | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Primaria dos Limoeiros | - | - | - | - |
| Escola-Instituto Industrial e Comercial 3 de Fevereiro | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Primaria do Parque Popular | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Secundária de Nampula | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica de Namigonha | - | - | - | - |
| Woodrose International School | - | - | - | - |
| Liceu Pitagoras | - | - | - | - |
| EP 3 de Fevereiro | - | - | - | - |
| Napipine high school | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Nampula
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Nampula
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museu das FPLM | ||||
| Museu das FPLM | ||||
| Museu Nacional de Etnologia | ||||
| Museu Nacional de Etnologia |
Farmers Markets in Nampula
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Market Veggies | |||||
| Central Market Veggies | |||||
| Feira Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Novo | |||||
| Mercado Novo |
Hotels in Nampula
19 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Nampula
22 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Nampula
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Nampula
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Nampula
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Nampula
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Nampula
3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Nampula
4 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Nampula
27 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Nampula
30 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Nampula
2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Nampula
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Nampula Airport | APL | Large Airport |
Post Offices in Nampula
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Nampula Post Office | |
| Nampula Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Nampula
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Boa Saude Clinic | ||
| LAC Clinic | ||
| Muhavire Clinic |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Nampula
24 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Assemblies of God | |
| Assemblies of God | |
| Catholic Cathedral | |
| Catholic Cathedral | |
| Catholic Church of São Pedro | |
| Catholic Church of São Pedro | |
| Comunidade de SantEgidio | |
| Comunidade de SantEgidio | |
| English Speaking Church | |
| English Speaking Church | |
| First Baptist Church of Nampula | |
| First Baptist Church of Nampula | |
| Masjid Al-Khalil | |
| Masjid Ali | |
| Masjid Aqssa | |
| Mesquita | |
| Mesquita | |
| Mesquita | |
| Mesquita As-Sualihina | |
| Mesquita Fátima |
Quick Facts
Around Nampula
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
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Public Holidays in Mozambique
9 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Nampula
What is the population of Nampula?
Nampula has a population of 770,379 residents and is located in Mozambique. The population density is 6,235 people per square mile, spread across 123.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nampula?
Nampula has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.8 inches.