Climate of Dedza, Malawi
Area-weighted average across Dedza. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Dedza, a subdivision of Malawi, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 16.4°C / 61.5°F in July to 23.2°C / 73.8°F in November, with rainfall from 3 mm / 0.1 in to 243 mm / 9.6 in depending on the season (962 mm / 37.9 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 | 21.6°C70.9°F | 243 mm9.6″ | — |
| February | 21.6°C70.9°F | 217 mm8.5″ | — |
| March | 21.4°C70.5°F | 150 mm5.9″ | — |
| April | 20.7°C69.3°F | 48 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 18.7°C65.7°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 16.6°C61.9°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 16.4°C61.5°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 17.9°C64.2°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 20.6°C69.1°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| October | 22.9°C73.2°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm |
| November | 23.2°C73.8°F | 67 mm2.6″ | — |
| December | 22.2°C72°F | 200 mm7.9″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Dedza?
The best months to visit Dedza, Malawi for sunny, dry weather are April, May, June, July, August, September, October. The warmest month is November at an area-wide average of 23.2°C / 73.8°F, and the driest is June with about 3 mm / 0.1 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Dedza?
Dedza, Malawi has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 16.4°C / 61.5°F in July to 23.2°C / 73.8°F in November. Annual rainfall averages about 962 mm / 37.9 in, with the wettest month being January (243 mm / 9.6 in) and the driest June (3 mm / 0.1 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Dedza?
The hottest month in Dedza is November, with an area-wide average temperature of 23.2°C / 73.8°F.
What is the coldest month in Dedza?
The coldest month in Dedza is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 16.4°C / 61.5°F.
When does it rain most in Dedza?
The wettest month in Dedza is January, averaging about 243 mm / 9.6 in of rainfall. The driest is June with about 3 mm / 0.1 in.