Climate of Blantyre, Malawi
Area-weighted average across Blantyre. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Blantyre, a subdivision of Malawi, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 18.4°C / 65.1°F in July to 25.6°C / 78.1°F in November, with rainfall from 11 mm / 0.4 in to 210 mm / 8.3 in depending on the season (950 mm / 37.4 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24.1°C75.4°F | 210 mm8.3″ | Tropical |
| February | 24°C75.2°F | 195 mm7.7″ | Tropical |
| March | 23.6°C74.5°F | 139 mm5.5″ | Tropical |
| April | 22.7°C72.9°F | 45 mm1.8″ | — |
| May | 20.7°C69.3°F | 15 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| June | 18.6°C65.5°F | 13 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 18.4°C65.1°F | 11 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 20°C68°F | 13 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| September | 23°C73.4°F | 15 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 25.1°C77.2°F | 32 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| November | 25.6°C78.1°F | 82 mm3.2″ | Tropical |
| December | 24.7°C76.5°F | 180 mm7.1″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Blantyre?
The best months to visit Blantyre, Malawi for sunny, dry weather are May, June, July, August, September, October. The warmest month is November at an area-wide average of 25.6°C / 78.1°F, and the driest is July with about 11 mm / 0.4 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Blantyre?
Blantyre, Malawi has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 18.4°C / 65.1°F in July to 25.6°C / 78.1°F in November. Annual rainfall averages about 950 mm / 37.4 in, with the wettest month being January (210 mm / 8.3 in) and the driest July (11 mm / 0.4 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Blantyre?
The hottest month in Blantyre is November, with an area-wide average temperature of 25.6°C / 78.1°F.
What is the coldest month in Blantyre?
The coldest month in Blantyre is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 18.4°C / 65.1°F.
When does it rain most in Blantyre?
The wettest month in Blantyre is January, averaging about 210 mm / 8.3 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 11 mm / 0.4 in.