Bazaruto Archipelago in March
Good time to visit
March offers the first glimpse of better weather ahead. Conditions improve week by week, but you're still gambling on daily downpours disrupting plans.
Weather
March sees the tail end of the wet season with decreasing rainfall but still high humidity. Temperatures remain hot but storms become less frequent. The ocean stays choppy from recent weather patterns.
30°C high23°C low12 rain days
Crowds & Cost
low crowds
~$190/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Mozambique Independence Day (March 25)
March Tips
- •Water sports improve but seas still rough some days
- •Accommodation rates start rising as season improves
- •Mosquito populations peak - bring strong repellent
All Months
April, May, September, and October offer the sweet spot — warm but not scorching, minimal rain, and calmer seas. Water temperatures hover around 26°C year-round, perfect for diving and snorkeling. April and May follow the rainy season, so everything looks lush and green, plus accommodation rates drop significantly. September and October bring the best visibility for diving — often exceeding 30 meters — and whale shark encounters peak. November through March is cyclone season with high humidity, afternoon thunderstorms, and rougher seas that can cancel boat trips. But it's also when the archipelago looks most tropical, and room rates hit rock bottom. June through August sees cooler temperatures (low 20s) and stronger winds that make dhow sailing exciting but swimming less appealing. The trade winds during these months create perfect conditions for kitesurfing and windsurfing.
Bazaruto Archipelago Scores
Solo
8/10
Couples
6/10
Families
8/10
Adventure
5/10
Budget
7/10
Luxury
8/10
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