Best Time to Visit Malawi
Malawi is at its sunniest and driest in April–October.
The best time to visit Malawi for sunny, dry weather is April–October — 7 months of the year match our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. The drier half of the year covers April–October, while the wetter half runs through November–March. Country-wide monthly temperatures range from 17°C / 62.6°F in July to 24.5°C / 76.1°F in November, and monthly rainfall from 1 mm / 0 in (June) to 220 mm / 8.7 in (January). Malawi's climate is broadly mild oceanic. These are national area-weighted averages from long-term climate normals — regional variation within Malawi can be substantial, especially for large or geographically diverse countries. Below, every month is classified against our five weather profiles so you can match your travel window to your preferred weather.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| April | 21.5°C70.7°F | 40 mm1.6″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| May | 19.5°C67.1°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 17.5°C63.5°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 17°C62.6°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 18.5°C65.3°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 21.5°C70.7°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| October | 23.5°C74.3°F | 20 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Malawi?
The best time to visit Malawi for sunny, dry weather is April, May, June, July, August, September, October. The warmest month is November (24.5°C / 76.1°F country-wide average) and the driest is June (about 1 mm / 0 in). These months combine warmth with low rainfall based on long-term climate normals.
When is the rainy season in Malawi?
The rainy season in Malawi runs through November–March, when monthly rainfall exceeds the national annual median of about 40 mm / 1.6 in. The wettest single month is January, averaging 220 mm / 8.7 in.
What is the dry season in Malawi?
The drier half of the year in Malawi covers April–October, when monthly rainfall stays at or below the annual median of about 40 mm / 1.6 in. The driest single month is June with about 1 mm / 0 in.
What months should I avoid visiting Malawi?
The least comfortable months for travel in Malawi — based on our climate data — are January, February, May, June, July, August, December. These are Malawi's wettest or coolest months. Rainfall peaks at 220 mm / 8.7 in in January, and temperatures bottom out at 17°C / 62.6°F in July.
Is there a shoulder season in Malawi?
Malawi doesn't have a distinct shoulder season by our heuristics — its climate is either sunny-and-dry or clearly outside those bounds most of the year. Consider the June window (driest) or November window (warmest) as alternatives to peak season.