Best Time to Visit Nkhotakota, Nkhotakota, Malawi
Nkhotakota is at its sunniest and driest in May–October.
The best time to visit Nkhotakota for sunny, dry weather is May–October — 6 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 20.2°C / 68.4°F in July to 26.2°C / 79.2°F in November, with rainfall from 1 mm / 0 in (September) to 372 mm / 14.6 in (March). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Nkhotakota, Nkhotakota, Malawi's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Nkhotakota's climate is broadly tropical. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| May | 22.4°C72.3°F | 27 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| June | 20.6°C69.1°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| July | 20.2°C68.4°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| August | 21.2°C70.2°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| September | 23.3°C73.9°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 25.7°C78.3°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Nkhotakota?
The best time to visit Nkhotakota for sunny, dry weather is May, June, July, August, September, October. At the city itself, the warmest month is November averaging 26.2°C / 79.2°F, and the driest is September with about 1 mm / 0 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Nkhotakota's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Nkhotakota?
The rainy season at Nkhotakota, Nkhotakota runs through December–April, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 74 mm / 2.9 in. The wettest single month is March (372 mm / 14.6 in).
What is the driest month in Nkhotakota?
The driest month in Nkhotakota is September, averaging about 1 mm / 0 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 23.3°C / 73.9°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Nkhotakota?
The least comfortable months for travel to Nkhotakota — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, May, June, July, August. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 372 mm / 14.6 in in March, and the coldest month averages 20.2°C / 68.4°F.
Is Nkhotakota climate different from Malawi overall?
Yes, usually. Our Nkhotakota 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 Nkhotakota specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.