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Nhamatanda, Mozambique

Sofala · Mozambique

Nhamatanda is a mid-size city in Sofala, Mozambique with a population of 30,087. Elevation: 194 ft (59 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

30,087 Population 22/sq mi density
194 ft Elevation 59 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
38.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Maputo Timezone

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About Nhamatanda

Nhamatanda

Nhamatanda is a town in the Sofala Province of Mozambique. It is the administrative center of Nhamatanda District. It lies along the Beira Corridor between Harare in Zimbabwe and Beira, Mozambique's second-largest city. It was largely destroyed by Cyclone Idai in March 2019.

People

Population30,087
Density22/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain38.9 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation194 ft (59 m)
Population30,087
Population Density22 / sq mi
Elevation194 ft (59 m)
Coordinates-19.2692°, 34.2128°
TimezoneAfrica/Maputo
Country🇲🇿 Mozambique
State / ProvinceSofala
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation38.9 inches (987 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Nhamatanda

Nhamatanda is a mid-size city in Mozambique (Sofala) with a population of 30,087. The city sits at an elevation of 194 feet (59 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Maputo.

Climate in Nhamatanda

Nhamatanda has an average annual temperature of 25.7°C (78°F). The hottest month is Nov (29.3°C), the coldest is Jul (21.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1054 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 27.7°C / 82°F 20.7° / 37.1° 189.5
Feb 27.8°C / 82°F 20.4° / 37.4° 170.0
Mar 26.5°C / 80°F 18.8° / 36.1° 177.7
Apr 25°C / 77°F 17.1° / 34.3° 70.9
May 23.3°C / 74°F 15.2° / 33.9° 25.3
Jun 21.9°C / 71°F 13.8° / 33.7° 22.7
Jul 21.2°C / 70°F 12.5° / 33.6° 16.9
Aug 23.3°C / 74°F 13.2° / 37.8° 24.8
Sep 25.6°C / 78°F 14.8° / 40.4° 17.7
Oct 27.8°C / 82°F 17.3° / 43.2° 41.9
Nov 29.3°C / 85°F 19.9° / 42.6° 79.8
Dec 29.2°C / 85°F 20.2° / 41.6° 216.7
Nhamatanda has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 69°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 38.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 194 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average77.3°F
43% above Mozambique avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Geography

Elevation194 ft (59 m)
Area1,346.4 sq mi (3,487.2 km²)
Population Density22/sq mi
Coordinates-19.2692°N, 34.2128°W
TimezoneAfrica/Maputo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.9"
2% above Mozambique avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 8.23"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

12 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.3 on Mar 14, 2025.

Jun 24, 2017 32 km WNW of Dondo, Mozambique M5.6 35 km
Jul 24, 1991 148 km N of Dondo, Mozambique M5.1 130 km
Aug 31, 2004 148 km SSW of Nsanje, Malawi M4.7 138 km
Mar 14, 2025 135 km SSW of Nsanje, Malawi M4.5 148 km
Jan 19, 2009 14 km N of Beira, Mozambique M4.5 83 km
Mar 3, 2002 18 km ESE of Dondo, Mozambique M4.4 85 km
Apr 26, 2013 88 km E of Chimanimani, Zimbabwe M4.3 91 km
Mar 14, 2025 139 km SSW of Nsanje, Malawi M4.3 144 km
Jul 25, 1991 143 km SSW of Nsanje, Malawi M4.1 141 km
Mar 29, 2015 33 km NW of Dondo, Mozambique M4.0 37 km
Oct 16, 2000 39 km WNW of Dondo, Mozambique M3.9 29 km
Nov 13, 1991 72 km WSW of Dondo, Mozambique M3.4 66 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Eloise Category 2 119 km
2021 Chalane Category 1 177 km
2019 Idai Category 3 15 km
2007 Favio Category 2 140 km
2003 Japhet Category 2 181 km
2000 Eline:leone Category 4 117 km
1997 Lisette Category 1 125 km
1996 Bonita Category 1 208 km
1988 Filao Category 1 274 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 6.6 in Warmest
February 82°F (28°C) 8.2 in Wettest
March 80°F (27°C) 6.3 in
April 78°F (26°C) 1.8 in
May 74°F (23°C) 1.0 in
June 70°F (21°C) 0.9 in
July 69°F (21°C) 0.3 in Coldest, Driest
August 72°F (22°C) 0.7 in
September 76°F (24°C) 0.4 in
October 80°F (27°C) 1.1 in
November 82°F (28°C) 4.2 in
December 81°F (27°C) 7.4 in

Nhamatanda has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 69°F in July to 82°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 38.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (8.2") and July the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Nhamatanda

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
EP Vila Machado - - - -
EPC 3 de Fevereiro Nhamatanda - - - -
Escola Secundaria de Nhamatanda - - - -
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Clinics in Nhamatanda

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Centro de Saude de Lamego
Centro de Saude de Nharichonga

Train Stations in Nhamatanda

4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Montes do Siluvu (Xiluvo)
Nhamatanda
Nharichonga
Tica

Gas Stations in Nhamatanda

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

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Banks in Nhamatanda

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BCI

Airports Near Nhamatanda

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Beira International AirportBEWLarge Airport
Mafambisse Airport-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 Nhamatanda

What is the population of Nhamatanda?

Nhamatanda has a population of 30,087 residents and is located in Mozambique. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 1,346.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Nhamatanda?

Nhamatanda has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.9 inches.

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