Vilankulo, Mozambique: vitamin D, best months and travel guide
Gateway to the Bazaruto islands and a laid-back beach town. Best for: couples, divers.
The best months for vitamin D in Vilankulo are April to January, when a full dose takes about 6 minutes at midday. Rainy or stormy from February to March.
Vilankulo month by month
| Month | Rating | Sun window | Peak UV | Full dose, age 30 | Afternoon high | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 9.0 h | 9.1 | 6 min | 31°C | 14/30 |
| February | Bad weather | 8.0 h | 8.5 | 6 min | 30°C | 19/30 |
| March | Bad weather | 7.7 h | 7.9 | 7 min | 29°C | 16/30 |
| April | Excellent | 7.3 h | 7.0 | 8 min | 28°C | 8/30 |
| May | Good | 6.3 h | 5.7 | 9 min | 27°C | 7/30 |
| June | Good | 5.7 h | 5.1 | 10 min | 27°C | 4/30 |
| July | Good | 6.1 h | 5.4 | 10 min | 25°C | 2/30 |
| August | Good | 6.9 h | 6.3 | 8 min | 26°C | 4/30 |
| September | Excellent | 7.8 h | 7.5 | 7 min | 28°C | 3/30 |
| October | Excellent | 7.9 h | 8.2 | 7 min | 28°C | 5/30 |
| November | Excellent | 8.7 h | 8.8 | 6 min | 29°C | 6/30 |
| December | Excellent | 8.6 h | 8.9 | 6 min | 30°C | 10/30 |
Sun window is the number of hours a day with UV Index 2.5 or higher. Full dose is the minutes at midday for about 1,000 IU of vitamin D with a quarter of the body bare, for skin type III. Rainy days are days with at least 1 mm out of 30.
What to expect in Vilankulo
Gateway to the Bazaruto islands and a laid-back beach town. Hot, humid weather, a wet season from December to March with cyclone risk, and basic tourist services in many places. Plan transport in advance.
In Vilankulo afternoon highs average from 25°C in July to 31°C in January. The wettest month is February (about 19 rainy days out of 30) and the driest is July (2). Midday UV peaks at 9.1 in January, which is very strong, so protect your skin.
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Questions about Vilankulo
When is the best time to visit Vilankulo for vitamin D?
The best months for vitamin D in Vilankulo are April to January, when a full dose takes about 6 minutes at midday.
What is the weather like in Vilankulo?
Afternoon highs average from 25°C in July to 31°C in January. The wettest month is February, with about 19 rainy days out of 30.
Which months should I avoid in Vilankulo?
For a beach stay, avoid the months when it is rainy or stormy from February to March.