Climate of Lilongwe, Lilongwe, Malawi
Point-value climate at Lilongwe (Lilongwe, Malawi). Population approximately 646,750.
Located in Lilongwe, Malawi, Lilongwe has a mild oceanic climate. Population approximately 646,750. Monthly average temperatures range from 16.2°C / 61.2°F in July to 23.7°C / 74.7°F in November, with rainfall varying from 0 mm / 0 in (August) to 228 mm / 9 in (January) — about 872 mm / 34.3 in across the year. As the national capital of Malawi, it's often the primary gateway for travellers. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Lilongwe's coordinates — often quite different from the surrounding region's area-weighted average.
Best sunny months: April, May, June, July, August, September, October.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21.9°C71.4°F | 228 mm9″ | — |
| February | 21.9°C71.4°F | 192 mm7.6″ | — |
| March | 21.6°C70.9°F | 134 mm5.3″ | — |
| April | 20.7°C69.3°F | 45 mm1.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 18.7°C65.7°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 16.6°C61.9°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 16.2°C61.2°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 17.8°C64°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 20.9°C69.6°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| October | 22.9°C73.2°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Warm |
| November | 23.7°C74.7°F | 70 mm2.8″ | — |
| December | 22.6°C72.7°F | 180 mm7.1″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Lilongwe?
The months with the sunniest, driest weather are April, May, June, July, August, September, October. Lilongwe's warmest month is November at an average of 23.7°C / 74.7°F, and its driest month is August with about 0 mm / 0 in of rain.
What is the climate of Lilongwe?
Lilongwe, in Lilongwe, Malawi, has monthly average temperatures ranging from 16.2°C / 61.2°F in July to 23.7°C / 74.7°F in November. Annual rainfall is approximately 872 mm / 34.3 in, with the wettest month being January (228 mm / 9 in) and the driest August (0 mm / 0 in).
What is the average temperature in Lilongwe in November?
The average temperature in Lilongwe in November is 23.7°C / 74.7°F, with rainfall of about 70 mm / 2.8 in — the warmest month of the year.
When is the driest month in Lilongwe?
The driest month in Lilongwe is August, with about 0 mm / 0 in of average monthly rainfall. Average temperature that month is 17.8°C / 64°F.
When is the wettest month in Lilongwe?
The wettest month in Lilongwe is January, with approximately 228 mm / 9 in of average monthly rainfall.