Climate of Salima, Malawi
Area-weighted average across Salima. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Salima, a subdivision of Malawi, has a consistently warm climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 20.2°C / 68.4°F in July to 26.4°C / 79.5°F in November, with rainfall from 2 mm / 0.1 in to 300 mm / 11.8 in depending on the season (1081 mm / 42.6 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 | 24.6°C76.3°F | 300 mm11.8″ | Tropical |
| February | 24.6°C76.3°F | 252 mm9.9″ | Tropical |
| March | 24.8°C76.6°F | 199 mm7.8″ | Tropical |
| April | 24.4°C75.9°F | 66 mm2.6″ | — |
| May | 22.2°C72°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Warm |
| June | 20.3°C68.5°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| July | 20.2°C68.4°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| August | 21.4°C70.5°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| September | 23.6°C74.5°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 25.9°C78.6°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| November | 26.4°C79.5°F | 48 mm1.9″ | — |
| December | 25.2°C77.4°F | 194 mm7.6″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Salima?
The best months to visit Salima, Malawi for sunny, dry weather are May, June, July, August, September, October. The warmest month is November at an area-wide average of 26.4°C / 79.5°F, and the driest is July with about 2 mm / 0.1 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Salima?
Salima, Malawi has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 20.2°C / 68.4°F in July to 26.4°C / 79.5°F in November. Annual rainfall averages about 1081 mm / 42.6 in, with the wettest month being January (300 mm / 11.8 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 Salima?
The hottest month in Salima is November, with an area-wide average temperature of 26.4°C / 79.5°F.
What is the coldest month in Salima?
The coldest month in Salima is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 20.2°C / 68.4°F.
When does it rain most in Salima?
The wettest month in Salima is January, averaging about 300 mm / 11.8 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 2 mm / 0.1 in.