TofoTofo at a Glance
When to Go
Best Time to Visit Tofo
Best visited in the dry season (May-October) for diving, snorkeling and calmer seas.
Dry season (best for diving)
May-October · 24-29°C (75-84°F)
Clearer seas and better visibility for snorkeling and diving; lower rainfall.
Warm wet season
November-April · 25-31°C (77-88°F)
Hotter and wetter with more localized storms; marine life still abundant but conditions more changeable.
Weather & Climate near Tofo
Climate
Tofo's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with hot summers (peaking in January) and warm winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 15°C to 32°C. Moderate rainfall (931 mm/year).
Air Quality:
AQI 24
Good
Best Time to Visit
SeptemberAugustOctober
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
34°
Warmest Month
18°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Very Good | 22° - 32° | 27° | 139 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 3.4 m/s | 2.9 extreme | 13.3h |
| February | Very Good | 22° - 32° | 27° | 149 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.1 m/s | 2.7 extreme | 12.8h |
| March | Excellent | 21° - 31° | 26° | 120 mm | some cloud | 77% | 2.7 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.1h |
| April | Excellent | 19° - 30° | 25° | 73 mm | some cloud | 74% | 2.7 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.4h |
| May | Excellent | 17° - 28° | 23° | 66 mm | mostly sunny | 73% | 2.5 m/s | 1.2 high | 10.9h |
| June | Excellent | 15° - 26° | 21° | 54 mm | some cloud | 71% | 2.5 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 10.6h |
| July | Excellent | 15° - 26° | 20° | 43 mm | some cloud | 72% | 2.6 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 10.7h |
| August | Ideal | 15° - 26° | 21° | 27 mm | mostly sunny | 75% | 3.2 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.2h |
| September | Ideal | 17° - 27° | 22° | 25 mm | mostly sunny | 78% | 3.5 m/s | 1.6 very high | 11.8h |
| October | Ideal | 18° - 28° | 23° | 39 mm | some cloud | 78% | 3.6 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 12.5h |
| November | Excellent | 20° - 30° | 25° | 80 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 3.4 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 13.1h |
| December | Excellent | 21° - 31° | 26° | 116 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.0 m/s | 2.7 extreme | 13.4h |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Tofo
Tofo is on Mozambique’s Inhambane Province coast. The nearest airport is Inhambane (about 25-50 km north depending on exact routes) or Vilankulo for international connections; overland transfers by road from Inhambane town or Vilankulo are common. Local bus services and shared taxis (chapas) also connect Tofo with regional towns; many visitors arrange transfers through lodges or dive operators.
Tips for Visiting Tofo
- Plan water activities (snorkeling, diving) with reputable local operators to see coral reefs and marine life safely.
- Avoid the peak of the monsoon (March-May is typically rougher seas) for diving; dry season offers clearer water.
- Try local catamaran trips at sunrise for calm seas and active fishing villages.