Climate of Rumphi, Malawi
Area-weighted average across Rumphi. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Rumphi, a subdivision of Malawi, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 16.5°C / 61.7°F in July to 22.7°C / 72.9°F in November, with rainfall from 3 mm / 0.1 in to 226 mm / 8.9 in depending on the season (1111 mm / 43.7 in total across the year).
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21.4°C70.5°F | 221 mm8.7″ | — |
| February | 21.4°C70.5°F | 194 mm7.6″ | — |
| March | 21.2°C70.2°F | 226 mm8.9″ | — |
| April | 20.5°C68.9°F | 126 mm5″ | — |
| May | 18.7°C65.7°F | 33 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 16.9°C62.4°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 16.5°C61.7°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 17.7°C63.9°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 19.7°C67.5°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 21.9°C71.4°F | 15 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| November | 22.7°C72.9°F | 82 mm3.2″ | Tropical |
| December | 21.8°C71.2°F | 193 mm7.6″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Rumphi?
The best months to visit Rumphi, Malawi for sunny, dry weather are May, June, July, August, September, October. The warmest month is November at an area-wide average of 22.7°C / 72.9°F, and the driest is August with about 3 mm / 0.1 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Rumphi?
Rumphi, Malawi has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 16.5°C / 61.7°F in July to 22.7°C / 72.9°F in November. Annual rainfall averages about 1111 mm / 43.7 in, with the wettest month being March (226 mm / 8.9 in) and the driest August (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 Rumphi?
The hottest month in Rumphi is November, with an area-wide average temperature of 22.7°C / 72.9°F.
What is the coldest month in Rumphi?
The coldest month in Rumphi is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 16.5°C / 61.7°F.
When does it rain most in Rumphi?
The wettest month in Rumphi is March, averaging about 226 mm / 8.9 in of rainfall. The driest is August with about 3 mm / 0.1 in.