Matala
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Generally suitable with routine precautions
The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises avoiding all but essential travel to parts of Angola, with particular caution regarding road travel conditions.
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- No high-severity wording detected in the supplied advisory
- Latest air-quality reading is not elevated
- Ebola outbreak in DRC (declared 15 May 2026)
- Road travel safety concerns
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Matala month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Matala are typically May, June and July, with average daytime highs around 28–29°C. September is usually the warmest month (average high 34°C), July the coldest (average low 11°C), and March the wettest (about 162 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28.4 | 17.8 | 131 | 9.5 |
| February | 28.6 | 17.9 | 130 | 9.8 |
| March | 27.8 | 17.8 | 162 | 10.0 |
| April | 28.1 | 16.7 | 56 | 11.0 |
| May | 28.5 | 14.4 | 3 | 11.0 |
| June | 27.7 | 11.7 | 0 | 11.1 |
| July | 28.4 | 11.4 | 0 | 11.1 |
| August | 31.5 | 13.6 | 0 | 11.4 |
| September | 34.0 | 16.4 | 2 | 11.6 |
| October | 33.8 | 18.4 | 26 | 11.2 |
| November | 31.0 | 18.6 | 102 | 11.0 |
| December | 28.9 | 18.2 | 153 | 10.0 |
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01 · OverviewMatala, in brief
What is Matala and where is it located?
Matala is a city in the Republic of Angola. It is situated in the province of Huíla, a region that forms part of the country’s southern interior.
How can Matala be described in geographic terms?
Geographically, Matala occupies a position at latitude ‑14.73272 and longitude 15.03479. These coordinates place the city within the tropical zone of southern Africa, aligning it with the Africa/Luanda time zone. The city’s location in Huíla means it is embedded in a province known for its varied terrain, although specific elevation data for Matala is not recorded in the available sources.
What are the demographic and administrative characteristics of Matala?
According to the most recent population figure, Matala is home to approximately 78,000 residents. The city functions under the administrative jurisdiction of Huíla province and is not designated as a national capital. Residents conduct official and commercial activities using the Angolan kwanza (AOA) as the national currency.
Which languages are spoken in Matala?
The official language of the city is Portuguese, as indicated by the language code pt‑AO. This reflects Angola’s broader linguistic policy, where Portuguese serves as the primary language for government, education, and media.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Matala
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01 · Q&AWhere is Matala located and what are its coordinates?
Matala is situated in Angola at geographic coordinates -14.7327, 15.0348, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Matala?
Matala has a recorded population of approximately 78,000 and observes the Africa/Luanda time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Matala?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Matala include PT-AO, with AOA used for local transactions.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Matala?
Today's Atlas provides continuous tracking for Matala, featuring real-time weather conditions, daylight cycles, local geographic signals, and verified daily briefs.