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Songo, Mozambique

Tete · Mozambique

Songo is a mid-size city in Tete, Mozambique with a population of 31,101. Elevation: 2,986 ft (910 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

31,101 Population 8/sq mi density
2,986 ft Elevation 910 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
31.1 in Annual Rain
Africa / Maputo Timezone

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About Songo

Songo is a town in Tete Province in Mozambique. In 2007 it had a population of 36 523 inhabitants. It was elevated to town status 6 July 1972. Near the town is Songo Airport.

People

Population31,101
Density8/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
Rain31.1 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr
Elevation2,986 ft (910 m)
Population31,101
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation2,986 ft (910 m)
Coordinates-15.5958°, 32.7647°
TimezoneAfrica/Maputo
Country🇲🇿 Mozambique
State / ProvinceTete
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation31.1 inches (791 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Songo

Songo is a mid-size city in Mozambique (Tete) with a population of 31,101. The city sits at an elevation of 2,986 feet (910 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Maputo.

Climate in Songo

Songo has an average annual temperature of 25.1°C (77°F). The hottest month is Nov (30.1°C), the coldest is Jul (20.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 881 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.7°C / 78°F 19.5° / 32.9° 289.5
Feb 25.8°C / 78°F 19.4° / 33.2° 219.0
Mar 25.2°C / 77°F 17.9° / 33.6° 67.0
Apr 24.5°C / 76°F 16.2° / 33.6° 25.0
May 22.2°C / 72°F 13.3° / 32.4° 3.5
Jun 20.5°C / 69°F 11.6° / 31.5° 14.1
Jul 20.2°C / 68°F 11.2° / 31.7° 3.4
Aug 23°C / 73°F 12.5° / 35.9° 4.6
Sep 26.2°C / 79°F 14.4° / 39.3° 2.1
Oct 29.3°C / 85°F 17.9° / 41.8° 27.9
Nov 30.1°C / 86°F 19.9° / 41.7° 52.7
Dec 28.5°C / 83°F 19.9° / 39.7° 172.4
Songo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 280 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 31.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,986 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average77.7°F
44% above Mozambique avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days280 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,986 ft (910 m)
Area3,750.9 sq mi (9,714.8 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates-15.5958°N, 32.7647°W
TimezoneAfrica/Maputo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.1"
18% below Mozambique avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 8.03"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.9 on May 5, 2022.

Aug 30, 1996 59 km WNW of Mwanza, Malawi M4.7 138 km
Jul 9, 1991 87 km N of Mount Darwin, Zimbabwe M3.9 138 km
May 5, 2022 72 km SW of Dedza, Malawi M3.9 144 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 8.0 in Wettest
February 79°F (26°C) 6.5 in
March 79°F (26°C) 4.2 in
April 78°F (26°C) 1.2 in
May 74°F (24°C) 0.4 in
June 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in
July 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in Coldest
August 74°F (23°C) 0.1 in Driest
September 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in
October 85°F (29°C) 0.4 in Warmest
November 84°F (29°C) 2.7 in
December 81°F (27°C) 7.2 in

Songo has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 70°F in July to 85°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 31.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (8.0") and August the driest (0.1").

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Colleges & Universities in Songo

Institution Type Founded Website
ISPSongo University
Novas Instacoes do ISPSongo University

Schools in Songo

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escola da HCB
Escola Secundária Criadora
Escola Primária Completa de Songo
Escola Secundária de Songo
Escola Artes Oficios Songo
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Radio Stations near Songo

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Farmers Markets in Songo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado gande
Mercado Novo de Songo
Mercado Planalto
Mercado Sul de Songo

Hotels in Songo

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Montebelo

Restaurants in Songo

7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

LAKA'S BAR
Quinta dos Davos
Restaurante Ana
Restaurante Kubissa
Restaurante Tiger (Tiger Lodge)
Restaurante Vera
SELF de Jogadores da HCB

Cinemas in Songo

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Antigo Cine

Theatres in Songo

2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Auditorio do ISPSongo
Centro Cultural da HCB

Banks in Songo

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BCI
Millenium BIM

Gyms in Songo

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ginásio de Songo

Airports Near Songo

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Emboqui AirportSmall Airport
Songo AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Songo

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Posto de correios

Churches & Religious Organizations in Songo

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Igreja Adventista do Setimo Dia
Igreja Católica de Songo
Igreja Universal
Salao do Reino das Testemunhas de Jeova

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 Songo

What is the population of Songo?

Songo has a population of 31,101 residents and is located in Mozambique. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 3,750.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Songo?

Songo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.1 inches.

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