Best Time to Visit Mzuzu, Mzimba, Malawi
Mzuzu is at its sunniest and driest in June–October.
The best time to visit Mzuzu for sunny, dry weather is June and August–October — 4 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 13.7°C / 56.7°F in July to 21°C / 69.8°F in November, with rainfall from 5 mm / 0.2 in (September) to 228 mm / 9 in (March). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Mzuzu, Mzimba, Malawi's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Mzuzu'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 | 14.3°C57.7°F | 24 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 14.9°C58.8°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 17.6°C63.7°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 20°C68°F | 24 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Mzuzu?
The best time to visit Mzuzu for sunny, dry weather is June, August, September, October. At the city itself, the warmest month is November averaging 21°C / 69.8°F, and the driest is September with about 5 mm / 0.2 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Mzuzu's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Mzuzu?
The rainy season at Mzuzu, Mzimba runs through December–April, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 79 mm / 3.1 in. The wettest single month is March (228 mm / 9 in).
What is the driest month in Mzuzu?
The driest month in Mzuzu is September, averaging about 5 mm / 0.2 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 17.6°C / 63.7°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Mzuzu?
The least comfortable months for travel to Mzuzu — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 228 mm / 9 in in March, and the coldest month averages 13.7°C / 56.7°F.
Is Mzuzu climate different from Malawi overall?
Yes, usually. Our Mzuzu 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 Mzuzu specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.