Best Time to Visit Mulanje, Mulanje, Malawi
Mulanje is at its sunniest and driest in June–September.
The best time to visit Mulanje for sunny, dry weather is June and August–September — 3 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through May–November; the wetter half falls in December–April. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 15.9°C / 60.6°F in July to 22.7°C / 72.9°F in November, with rainfall from 27 mm / 1.1 in (September) to 295 mm / 11.6 in (March). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Mulanje, Mulanje, Malawi's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Mulanje's climate is broadly mild oceanic. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 16.2°C61.2°F | 48 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 17.2°C63°F | 30 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 19.7°C67.5°F | 27 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Mulanje?
The best time to visit Mulanje for sunny, dry weather is June, August, September. At the city itself, the warmest month is November averaging 22.7°C / 72.9°F, and the driest is September with about 27 mm / 1.1 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Mulanje's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Mulanje?
The rainy season at Mulanje, Mulanje runs through December–April, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 128 mm / 5 in. The wettest single month is March (295 mm / 11.6 in).
What is the driest month in Mulanje?
The driest month in Mulanje is September, averaging about 27 mm / 1.1 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 19.7°C / 67.5°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Mulanje?
The least comfortable months for travel to Mulanje — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, March, May, June, July, August, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 295 mm / 11.6 in in March, and the coldest month averages 15.9°C / 60.6°F.
Is Mulanje climate different from Malawi overall?
Yes, usually. Our Mulanje figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Malawi figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Mulanje specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.