Climate of Chikwawa, Malawi
Area-weighted average across Chikwawa. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Chikwawa, a subdivision of Malawi, has a consistently warm climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 20.3°C / 68.5°F in June to 28.4°C / 83.1°F in November, with rainfall from 10 mm / 0.4 in to 172 mm / 6.8 in depending on the season (799 mm / 31.5 in total across the year).
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27.1°C80.8°F | 172 mm6.8″ | Tropical |
| February | 27°C80.6°F | 155 mm6.1″ | Tropical |
| March | 26.4°C79.5°F | 114 mm4.5″ | Tropical |
| April | 25.5°C77.9°F | 41 mm1.6″ | — |
| May | 22.8°C73°F | 18 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Warm |
| June | 20.3°C68.5°F | 16 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| July | 20.6°C69.1°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| August | 22.1°C71.8°F | 11 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Warm |
| September | 25.2°C77.4°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| October | 28.2°C82.8°F | 27 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| November | 28.4°C83.1°F | 67 mm2.6″ | — |
| December | 27.7°C81.9°F | 154 mm6.1″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Chikwawa?
The best months to visit Chikwawa, Malawi for sunny, dry weather are May, June, July, August, September, October. The warmest month is November at an area-wide average of 28.4°C / 83.1°F, and the driest is September with about 10 mm / 0.4 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Chikwawa?
Chikwawa, Malawi has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 20.3°C / 68.5°F in June to 28.4°C / 83.1°F in November. Annual rainfall averages about 799 mm / 31.5 in, with the wettest month being January (172 mm / 6.8 in) and the driest September (10 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 Chikwawa?
The hottest month in Chikwawa is November, with an area-wide average temperature of 28.4°C / 83.1°F.
What is the coldest month in Chikwawa?
The coldest month in Chikwawa is June, with an area-wide average temperature of 20.3°C / 68.5°F.
When does it rain most in Chikwawa?
The wettest month in Chikwawa is January, averaging about 172 mm / 6.8 in of rainfall. The driest is September with about 10 mm / 0.4 in.