Climate of Nkhata Bay, Malawi
Area-weighted average across Nkhata Bay. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Nkhata Bay, a subdivision of Malawi, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 18.8°C / 65.8°F in July to 24.9°C / 76.8°F in November, with rainfall from 4 mm / 0.2 in to 287 mm / 11.3 in depending on the season (1401 mm / 55.2 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 | 23.7°C74.7°F | 248 mm9.8″ | Tropical |
| February | 23.7°C74.7°F | 218 mm8.6″ | Tropical |
| March | 23.6°C74.5°F | 287 mm11.3″ | Tropical |
| April | 23°C73.4°F | 199 mm7.8″ | Tropical |
| May | 21.2°C70.2°F | 70 mm2.8″ | — |
| June | 19.3°C66.7°F | 23 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 18.8°C65.8°F | 19 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 19.8°C67.6°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 21.9°C71.4°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| October | 24.1°C75.4°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm |
| November | 24.9°C76.8°F | 90 mm3.5″ | Tropical |
| December | 24.1°C75.4°F | 223 mm8.8″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Nkhata Bay?
The best months to visit Nkhata Bay, Malawi for sunny, dry weather are June, July, August, September, October. The warmest month is November at an area-wide average of 24.9°C / 76.8°F, and the driest is September with about 4 mm / 0.2 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Nkhata Bay?
Nkhata Bay, Malawi has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 18.8°C / 65.8°F in July to 24.9°C / 76.8°F in November. Annual rainfall averages about 1401 mm / 55.2 in, with the wettest month being March (287 mm / 11.3 in) and the driest September (4 mm / 0.2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Nkhata Bay?
The hottest month in Nkhata Bay is November, with an area-wide average temperature of 24.9°C / 76.8°F.
What is the coldest month in Nkhata Bay?
The coldest month in Nkhata Bay is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 18.8°C / 65.8°F.
When does it rain most in Nkhata Bay?
The wettest month in Nkhata Bay is March, averaging about 287 mm / 11.3 in of rainfall. The driest is September with about 4 mm / 0.2 in.