Xai-Xai, Mozambique
Gaza Province · Mozambique
Xai-Xai is a large city in Gaza Province, Mozambique with a population of 116,343. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Xai-Xai
Xai-Xai is a city in the south of Mozambique. Until 1975, the city was named João Belo. It is the capital of Gaza Province. As of 2007 it has a population of 116,343.
People
Climate
| Population | 116,343 |
| Population Density | 403 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Coordinates | -25.0519°, 33.6442° |
| Timezone | Africa/Maputo |
| Country | 🇲🇿 Mozambique |
| State / Province | Gaza Province |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 40.3 inches (1,023 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Xai-Xai
Xai-Xai is a large city in Mozambique (Gaza Province) with a population of 116,343. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Maputo.
Climate in Xai-Xai
Xai-Xai has an average annual temperature of 23.3°C (74°F). The hottest month is Jan (26.6°C), the coldest is Jul (19.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 898 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.9°F |
| 37% above Mozambique avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 288.5 sq mi (747.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 403/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 25.0519°S, 33.6442°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Maputo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 6.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 5.6 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 4.7 in | |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 3.6 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 2.0 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 69°F (20°C) | 1.2 in | Driest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 1.6 in | |
| October | 74°F (24°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 4.7 in |
Xai-Xai has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 66°F in July to 80°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 40.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.0") and August the driest (1.2").
Colleges & Universities in Xai-Xai
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Industrial e Comercial 7 de Setembro | College | - | , |
| Escola Secundaria de Xai-Xai | College | - | , |
Schools in Xai-Xai
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Secundaria Joaquim Alberto Chissano | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Primaria do 1 e 2 Graus Unidade 2 de Inhamissa | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Xai-Xai
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Xai-Xai
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Posto Zongone |
Farmers Markets in Xai-Xai
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Patrice Lumumba |
Hotels in Xai-Xai
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Xai-Xai
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Xai-Xai
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Xai-Xai
9 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Xai-Xai
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Xai-Xai
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bilene Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chokwé Airport | TGS | Small Airport |
| Xai-Xai Chongoene Airport | VJB | Small Airport |
| Zongoene Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Xai-Xai
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correios |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Xai-Xai
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| IURD | |
| plot1 | |
| SALVATION |
Quick Facts
Around Xai-Xai
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
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Public Holidays in Mozambique
9 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Xai-Xai?
Xai-Xai has a population of 116,343 residents and is located in Mozambique. The population density is 403 people per square mile, spread across 288.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Xai-Xai?
Xai-Xai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 40.3 inches.
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