Climate of Likoma, Malawi
Area-weighted average across Likoma. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Likoma, a subdivision of Malawi, has a consistently warm climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 22.2°C / 72°F in July to 28°C / 82.4°F in November, with rainfall from 2 mm / 0.1 in to 340 mm / 13.4 in depending on the season (1241 mm / 48.9 in total across the year).
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25.7°C78.3°F | 293 mm11.5″ | Tropical |
| February | 25.4°C77.7°F | 340 mm13.4″ | Tropical |
| March | 25.7°C78.3°F | 223 mm8.8″ | Tropical |
| April | 25.7°C78.3°F | 86 mm3.4″ | Tropical |
| May | 24.6°C76.3°F | 17 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Warm |
| June | 22.8°C73°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm |
| July | 22.2°C72°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| August | 23.2°C73.8°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| September | 24.9°C76.8°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 27.3°C81.1°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot |
| November | 28°C82.4°F | 51 mm2″ | — |
| December | 26.5°C79.7°F | 216 mm8.5″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Likoma?
The best months to visit Likoma, Malawi for sunny, dry weather are May, June, July, August, September, October. The warmest month is November at an area-wide average of 28°C / 82.4°F, and the driest is July with about 2 mm / 0.1 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Likoma?
Likoma, Malawi has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 22.2°C / 72°F in July to 28°C / 82.4°F in November. Annual rainfall averages about 1241 mm / 48.9 in, with the wettest month being February (340 mm / 13.4 in) and the driest July (2 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 Likoma?
The hottest month in Likoma is November, with an area-wide average temperature of 28°C / 82.4°F.
What is the coldest month in Likoma?
The coldest month in Likoma is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 22.2°C / 72°F.
When does it rain most in Likoma?
The wettest month in Likoma is February, averaging about 340 mm / 13.4 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 2 mm / 0.1 in.