Rafael
in Inhambane Province, Mozambique

How to get there and get around
Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
-21.863 and 35.436 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
S -21° 51' 47" and E 35° 26' 10"
Currency and Currency Code:
Metical - MZN
Spoken languages:
Portuguese
Local electricity:
230 V - 50 Hz (plugs: G)
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 3G, 4G
Local Time: 09:32 PM (Sunday)
Timezone: Africa/Maputo
UTC/GMT offset: 2 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
5:55 am and 5:15 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
19.494 and -154.824 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
Vacationland Hawaii
References
This place on Geonames.org
Current travel safety evaluation for Mozambique in Eastern Africa

Safety Score: 3,0 of 5.0 based on data from 9 authorites. Meaning we advice caution when travelling to Mozambique.

Travel warnings are updated daily. Source: Travel Warning Mozambique. Last Update: 2024-04-28 08:22:10

Delve into Rafael

Rafael in Inhambane Province is located in Mozambique about 336 mi (or 540 km) north-east of Maputo, the country's capital town.

Current time in Rafael is now 09:32 PM (Sunday). The local timezone is named Africa / Maputo with an UTC offset of 2 hours. We know of 6 airports close to Rafael. The closest airport in Mozambique is Benguera Island Airport in a distance of 1 mi (or 1 km), North. Besides the airports, there are other travel options available (check left side).

While being here, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Inhambane, Beira, Chimoio, Chokwe and Xai-Xai. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.

Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 25°C / 77 °F

Morning Temperature 22°C / 71 °F
Evening Temperature 24°C / 75 °F
Night Temperature 21°C / 69 °F
Chance of rainfall 0%
Air Humidity 56%
Air Pressure 1023 hPa
Wind Speed Moderate breeze with 10 km/h (6 mph) from North
Cloud Conditions Broken clouds, covering 76% of sky
General Conditions Light rain

Monday, 29th of April 2024

26°C (78 °F)
21°C (69 °F)
Light rain, gentle breeze, broken clouds.

Tuesday, 30th of April 2024

27°C (81 °F)
21°C (70 °F)
Sky is clear, gentle breeze, clear sky.

Wednesday, 1st of May 2024

29°C (84 °F)
21°C (70 °F)
Sky is clear, light breeze, clear sky.

Videos from this area

These are videos related to the place based on their proximity to this place.

Tree Jumps

Published: April 16, 2013
Length: 00:24 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: KitesurfingCentre Mozambique

Another wonderful afternoon of kiteboarding in Vilanculos bay - Mozambique. A day dedicated to have some fun doing some tree jumps :) www.kitesurfingcentre.com.


Kitesurf @ Vilanculos Bay

Published: September 29, 2012
Length: 26:32 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: KitesurfingCentre Mozambique

This was the first trial with the GoPro. A good and consisting northeasterly wind was blowing in Vilanculos bay that morning. Lea also had a great time :) ... as she always do ... Enjoy and...


Downwind Benguerra 2012.wmv

Published: October 13, 2012
Length: 49:47 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Susana Vidal

An amazing day with great friends. The best kitesurfing event organised in Vilanculos. The downwind from Vilanculos mainland to Benguerra Island.


Bem Vindo a Vilankulo

Published: October 25, 2014
Length: 22:46 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: blavvva

This video is a collection of pictures of Vilankulo in 2014. Vilankulo is a fishing town lying on the Inhambane Province of Mozambique. It starts with a dance performance by some young Vilankulense...


Sailing Trip in Vilanculos

Published: July 29, 2012
Length: 19:50 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Sama Tours

Day spent sailing around the Bazaruto islands. SNORKELLING was wonderful. Part of the 23 Day Southern Africa Circle MOTORCYCLE TOUR: ...


Benguerra Island, Bazaruto Archipel, Mosambik - © Abendsonne Afrika

Published: June 26, 2011
Length: 16:13 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Abendsonne Afrika

http://www.abendsonneafrika.de - Entdecken Sie die Faszination des Bazaruto Archipels in Mosambik. Besuchen Sie die einzigartige Region mit ihrem traumhaften Stränden mit Abendsonne Afrika...


We don't like subway in Mozambique...

Published: February 23, 2011
Length: 29:50 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: XOAfrica

A small video of a transfer between Bazaruto Island and Vilanculos...via Mozambican subway... Recorded on a trip with XO Africa.


Benguerra in Mozambique with Indian Ocean Odyssey

Published: March 22, 2007
Length: 36:14 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: IndianOceanOdyssey

Benguerra in Mozambique with http://www.indianoceanodyssey.com/ Hi-Res Video of the Lodges and Parks of the Indian Ocean. For more information and other videos in the Indian Ocean please...


Marlin Lodge, Benguerra Island, Bazaruto Archipel, Mosambik - © Abendsonne Afrika

Published: June 28, 2011
Length: 59:24 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Abendsonne Afrika

http://www.abendsonneafrika.de - Faszination Benguerra Island, Bazaruto Archipel, Mosambik. Besuchen Sie die Marlin Lodge mit ihren traumhaften Stränden mit Abendsonne Afrika - Ihre ...


Dive Mozambique Benguerra Island

Published: May 12, 2014
Length: 02:38 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Matt Reston


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Attractions and noteworthy things

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Benguera Island Airport

Benguera Island Airport is an airport on Benguera Island, Mozambique.

Located at -21.8531, 35.4383 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Airports in Mozambique

Benguerra Island

Benguerra Island in Mozambique is the second largest island in the Bazaruto Archipelago, which broke away from the mainland thousands of years ago. The island is approximately 55 square kilometers (11km long x 5.5 km wide), and lies 14km offshore. It is famous for its unspoiled white beaches, remarkable dive sites, excellent horse riding and incredible fishing.

Located at -21.8664, 35.44 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Bazaruto Archipelago, Islands of Mozambique

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