Climate Chart of Lilongwe, Malawi
Monthly data: Temperature °C, Rain (mm), Sunshine (h) · 2013–2023
For Lilongwe, Malawi, the climate data describe 2013–2023. Monthly mean temperatures range from July at 16.8 °C to November at 24.7 °C, giving a broad sense of how the year’s average warmth shifts. Rainfall and sunshine also vary by month, so the annual picture is best read as a set of changing conditions rather than a single year-round profile.
Climate overview
Temperature
Monthly mean temperatures are lowest in July, at 16.8 °C, and reach their highest monthly mean in November, at 24.7 °C. These figures describe monthly averages, not typical daytime highs, so they indicate the broad temperature pattern rather than the full range a visitor may experience during a day. Across the calendar-month means, the unweighted mean is 20.8 °C; it is not a day-weighted annual average.
Rain
Mean daily rainfall is highest in January, at 7.36 mm/day, while the lowest monthly means occur in August / September, at 0.03 mm/day. Those averages can help indicate which months tend to have more or less rainfall, but they do not tell you how often rain falls or guarantee dry days. The unweighted mean across monthly means is 2.13 mm/day per day; these are daily averages, not monthly rainfall totals.
Sunshine
Average daily sunshine reaches its highest monthly mean in November, at 11.25 hours/day, and its lowest in January, at 8.28 hours/day. The unweighted mean across monthly means is 10.18 hours/day per day. These figures describe average sunshine duration, not day length, and should be treated as a planning guide rather than a promise of clear skies on any particular day.
Best Travel Time Guide for Lilongwe, Malawi: Ideal Seasons and Weather Insights
For visitors prioritising cooler monthly average conditions, July is the relevant option, with a monthly mean temperature of 16.8 °C; this is an average, not a forecast of daytime highs or individual days. If lower average rainfall is your priority, August / September records the lowest mean daily rainfall, at 0.03 mm/day. That does not guarantee rain-free days, so keep plans flexible and consider carrying rain protection; for preparation around the highest average rainfall, January has a mean of 7.36 mm/day per day.
For outdoor sightseeing planned around average sunshine duration, November has the highest monthly mean, at 11.25 hours/day per day, while January has the lowest, at 8.28 hours/day. Sunshine hours are not day length and cannot predict the conditions on a specific date, so use these averages as broad guidance rather than a guarantee.
Climate Data Overview for Lilongwe, Malawi
Explore the comprehensive climate data for Lilongwe, Malawi. This detailed table provides valuable insights into temperature variations, precipitation levels, and seasonal changes, helping you understand the unique weather patterns of this region.
| Month | Average: Temperature °C | Rain (mm) / day | Snow (mm) / day | Sunshine (h) / day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 21.5 | 7.36 | 0.00 | 8.28 |
| Feb | 21.3 | 7.31 | 0.00 | 9.10 |
| Mar | 21.0 | 3.88 | 0.00 | 9.94 |
| Apr | 20.3 | 1.13 | 0.00 | 10.29 |
| May | 18.8 | 0.16 | 0.00 | 10.41 |
| Jun | 17.1 | 0.07 | 0.00 | 10.12 |
| Jul | 16.8 | 0.04 | 0.00 | 10.09 |
| Aug | 19.0 | 0.03 | 0.00 | 10.57 |
| Sep | 21.5 | 0.03 | 0.00 | 10.97 |
| Oct | 23.9 | 0.24 | 0.00 | 11.14 |
| Nov | 24.7 | 1.14 | 0.00 | 11.25 |
| Dec | 23.1 | 4.19 | 0.00 | 10.01 |
| Average | 20.8 | 2.13 | 0.00 | 10.18 |
