Nampula Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
APL
ICAO Code
FQNP
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
International

Nampula Airport is the main airport for Nampula province in northern Mozambique and handles domestic flights and limited regional services. The facility has a single passenger terminal serving scheduled traffic to the capital and other domestic destinations.

Nampula Airport
Elevation: 440 m
-15.1056, 39.2818

Terminal Guide for Nampula Airport #

The airport operates from one passenger terminal with check‑in, security and a departure lounge. The terminal supports regional traffic and offers basic passenger services including car rental desks and a small number of kiosks.

Getting to and From Nampula Airport #

The airport is a short drive from Nampula city; taxis and prearranged transfers are the usual travel options and journey times to the centre are typically under 30 minutes depending on traffic.

  • Taxi / car: The most common transfer to Nampula city; agree fares in advance.
  • Shuttle / hotel transfer: Some hotels provide pickups - confirm on booking.
  • Bus: Local minibuses serve routes near the airport but stops and schedules are informal; check locally.
  • Driving: On‑site parking is available for short stays.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Nampula Airport #

Facilities are appropriate for regional traffic with limited retail and dining.

  • Lounges: No major lounge networks; seating is in the public departure area.
  • Food & drink: A café or kiosk operates during flight times; options are limited after hours.
  • Wi‑Fi & charging: Wi‑Fi may be available but is not guaranteed; charging points exist in the departure area.
  • Luggage & storage: No extensive left‑luggage facilities; check locally for options.
  • Accessibility: Basic accessibility features are provided; request assistance in advance from your airline.

Hotels and Layovers at Nampula Airport #

Hotels are in Nampula city; there is no international chain hotel directly at the airport. For short transits choose a city hotel and arrange airport transfers - several hotels offer pickups.

Tips for Nampula Airport #

  • Confirm flight schedules in advance; regional services can be irregular and subject to seasonal change.
  • Taxis from the airport into Nampula are affordable - agree a price before leaving the terminal.
  • Carry cash (Mozambican metical) for taxis and small purchases; card acceptance at smaller vendors can be limited.

Weather & Climate near Nampula Airport #

Climate

Nampula Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with hot summers (peaking in November) and warm winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 15°C to 33°C. Abundant rainfall (1088 mm/year), wettest in January with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 43 Good
Best Time to Visit
SeptemberMayJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
42°
Warmest Month
11°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (241 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
21° 31°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

241 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.9
UV Index
Extreme
12.8h daylight

February

February is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (241 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
21° 31°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

241 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.9
UV Index
Extreme
12.5h daylight

March

March is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Significant rainfall (183 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

63 Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
21° 31°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

183 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

April

April is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
20° 30°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

85 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
11.6h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall.

91 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
18° 28°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

23 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.3h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

89 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 27°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

17 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.1h daylight

July

July is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

91 Ideal

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
15° 26°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

14 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.2h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.

91 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
16° 28°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

9 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.5h daylight

September

September is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 6 mm.

93 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
18° 31°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

October

October is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 19°C. Light rainfall.

91 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
19° 33°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

20 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

November

November is the warmest month with highs of 33°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
21° 33°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

70 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
12.7h daylight

December

December is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (179 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

63 Good

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
21° 32°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

179 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.9
UV Index
Extreme
12.9h daylight

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