Climate of Zomba, Malawi
Area-weighted average across Zomba. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Zomba, a subdivision of Malawi, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 17.9°C / 64.2°F in July to 25.2°C / 77.4°F in November, with rainfall from 16 mm / 0.6 in to 242 mm / 9.5 in depending on the season (1070 mm / 42.1 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 | 242 mm9.5″ | Tropical |
| February | 23.6°C74.5°F | 216 mm8.5″ | Tropical |
| March | 23.2°C73.8°F | 155 mm6.1″ | Tropical |
| April | 22.2°C72°F | 42 mm1.7″ | — |
| May | 20.2°C68.4°F | 16 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| June | 18.3°C64.9°F | 20 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 17.9°C64.2°F | 17 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 19.4°C66.9°F | 34 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 22.1°C71.8°F | 32 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 24.6°C76.3°F | 33 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Warm |
| November | 25.2°C77.4°F | 77 mm3″ | — |
| December | 24.2°C75.6°F | 186 mm7.3″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Zomba?
The best months to visit Zomba, Malawi for sunny, dry weather are May, June, July, August, September, October. The warmest month is November at an area-wide average of 25.2°C / 77.4°F, and the driest is May with about 16 mm / 0.6 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Zomba?
Zomba, Malawi has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 17.9°C / 64.2°F in July to 25.2°C / 77.4°F in November. Annual rainfall averages about 1070 mm / 42.1 in, with the wettest month being January (242 mm / 9.5 in) and the driest May (16 mm / 0.6 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Zomba?
The hottest month in Zomba is November, with an area-wide average temperature of 25.2°C / 77.4°F.
What is the coldest month in Zomba?
The coldest month in Zomba is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 17.9°C / 64.2°F.
When does it rain most in Zomba?
The wettest month in Zomba is January, averaging about 242 mm / 9.5 in of rainfall. The driest is May with about 16 mm / 0.6 in.