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Tete

Tete is a city on the banks of the Zambezi River in western Mozambique. Its name means "reed," and it's a great place for a stroll while taking in the scenery along the river.

Updated August 15, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

Tete
Gateway airport
Chingozi Airport (TET)
Best season
May–Aug
Time zone
Africa/Maputo
Sights covered
2 places

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Average temperature by month

5-year average

27° Jan
28° Feb
27° Mar
27° Apr
25° May
23° Jun
22° Jul
25° Aug
28° Sep
30° Oct
32° Nov
31° Dec

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