Surf spot

Jangamo Beach

Forecast conditions and map view for Jangamo Beach in Mozambique. Open the interactive surf map to inspect wind, waves, and nearby spots.

Country: Mozambique
Coordinates: -24.0728, 35.4985

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Wave period (s)	7	6.9	6.8	6.8	8	10.2	11.7	10.9	11.3	10.8	10.6	10.3	10	9.7	8.8	8.8	8.7	8.7	8.6	5.3	6.6	6.5	7.2	6.8	7	7	7	7.3	7.5	7.7	7.7	7.8	7.8	7.5	7.5	7.8	8.1	7.9	7.8	7.7	7.7	7.6	7.7	7.5	7.5	7.3	7.2	7.2	7	7	7.2	9.8	12.6	12.6	11.8	11.7
Wave energy (kJ)	136	124	102	86	102	169	222	212	226	235	232	229	225	228	213	204	188	168	136	64	207	299	295	383	426	442	472	518	562	553	506	487	458	376	325	327	315	288	274	274	267	246	229	202	176	148	130	111	93	85	77	147	281	305	290	282
Wind speed (km/h)	3.5	1.3	3.1	13.2	15.3	13.3	11.4	10.1	8.9	7.1	10.2	16.1	17.4	15.3	14.2	14.7	15.6	12	19.9	19	20.1	15.2	9.9	10.4	11	6.9	12.1	17.1	20.4	23.9	19.9	19.2	10.5	9.8	14.7	20.3	26.7	25.8	24.2	22	17.7	13.1	19.8	23.4	24.5	23.4	14.3	5.7	4.9	3.8	6.9	5.4	24.9	23.3	21.1	26.3
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Jangamo Beach, Mozambique — surf spot description

Jangamo Beach is a beautiful, relatively uncrowded stretch of coastline in southern Mozambique, just south of Tofo. It’s known for its warm Indian Ocean water, tropical setting, and a mix of fun beach-break waves that can work well for beginners through intermediate surfers depending on conditions.

What the surf is like

Wave type: Mostly beach break, with shifting sandbanks.
Best conditions: Can offer playful, rippable peaks when a moderate swell lines up with the sandbars.
Skill level: Often friendly for beginners on smaller days, but can get punchier and more powerful with larger swells.
Consistency: Not always super consistent, so timing your visit with the right swell is important.

Conditions and environment

Water temperature: Warm year-round, usually boardshorts and a rash vest or light spring suit are enough.
Climate: Tropical and sunny, with a laid-back beach atmosphere.
Crowds: Generally less crowded than many famous surf destinations, which adds to the appeal.
Hazards: As with many beach breaks, sandbanks can change quickly, and currents or shorebreak can be strong at times.

Overall vibe

Jangamo is the kind of place where surf sessions feel relaxed and scenic. It’s less about a highly developed surf scene and more about enjoying uncrowded waves, warm water, and a low-key coastal lifestyle. It’s a good option for surfers looking for a tropical escape with a bit of adventure.