Weather & Climate in Chimoio, Mozambique
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Chimoio has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 43.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,326 feet.
Temperature
76°F Jan (25°C)
64°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 71.4°F |
| 32% above US avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,326 ft (709 m) |
| Area | 67.2 sq mi (174.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,557/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 19.1164°S, 33.4833°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Maputo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
6 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.6.
| Jun 24, 2017 | 32 km WNW of Dondo, Mozambique | M5.6 | 112 km | 27 km |
| Feb 1, 2021 | 35 km E of Chipinge, Zimbabwe | M4.3 | 130 km | 10 km |
| Apr 26, 2013 | 88 km E of Chimanimani, Zimbabwe | M4.3 | 94 km | 10 km |
| Mar 29, 2015 | 33 km NW of Dondo, Mozambique | M4.0 | 115 km | 17 km |
| Oct 16, 2000 | 39 km WNW of Dondo, Mozambique | M3.9 | 104 km | 10 km |
| Nov 13, 1991 | 72 km WSW of Dondo, Mozambique | M3.4 | 105 km | 33 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
8 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 4.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2021 | Eloise | Category 2 | 92 mph | 169 km |
| 2021 | Chalane | Category 1 | 69 mph | 255 km |
| 2019 | Idai | Category 3 | 98 mph | 21 km |
| 2007 | Favio | Category 2 | 104 mph | 187 km |
| 2003 | Japhet | Category 2 | 81 mph | 212 km |
| 2000 | Eline:leone | Category 4 | 115 mph | 109 km |
| 1997 | Lisette | Category 1 | 58 mph | 204 km |
| 1996 | Bonita | Category 1 | - | 270 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 8.4 in | Warmest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 9.2 in | Wettest |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 6.0 in | |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 0.7 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 74°F (24°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 8.4 in |
Chimoio has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 64°F in July to 76°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 43.6 inches, with February being the wettest month (9.2") and June the driest (0.6").