Climate of Mwanza, Malawi
Area-weighted average across Mwanza. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Mwanza, a subdivision of Malawi, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 19.5°C / 67.1°F in June to 27.1°C / 80.8°F in November, with rainfall from 9 mm / 0.4 in to 199 mm / 7.8 in depending on the season (919 mm / 36.2 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 | 25.5°C77.9°F | 199 mm7.8″ | Tropical |
| February | 25.4°C77.7°F | 187 mm7.4″ | Tropical |
| March | 25.1°C77.2°F | 135 mm5.3″ | Tropical |
| April | 24.2°C75.6°F | 43 mm1.7″ | — |
| May | 21.9°C71.4°F | 17 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| June | 19.5°C67.1°F | 15 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 19.6°C67.3°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 21.2°C70.2°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| September | 24.3°C75.7°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 27°C80.6°F | 32 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Hot |
| November | 27.1°C80.8°F | 74 mm2.9″ | — |
| December | 26.3°C79.3°F | 184 mm7.2″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Mwanza?
The best months to visit Mwanza, Malawi for sunny, dry weather are May, June, July, August, September, October. The warmest month is November at an area-wide average of 27.1°C / 80.8°F, and the driest is August with about 9 mm / 0.4 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Mwanza?
Mwanza, Malawi has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 19.5°C / 67.1°F in June to 27.1°C / 80.8°F in November. Annual rainfall averages about 919 mm / 36.2 in, with the wettest month being January (199 mm / 7.8 in) and the driest August (9 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 Mwanza?
The hottest month in Mwanza is November, with an area-wide average temperature of 27.1°C / 80.8°F.
What is the coldest month in Mwanza?
The coldest month in Mwanza is June, with an area-wide average temperature of 19.5°C / 67.1°F.
When does it rain most in Mwanza?
The wettest month in Mwanza is January, averaging about 199 mm / 7.8 in of rainfall. The driest is August with about 9 mm / 0.4 in.