Climate Insights for Malinga

The climate in Malinga is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 2616mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 397mm of rainfall. Malinga sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Malinga sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 19°C to 30°C. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 22°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.

Malinga is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2616mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 218mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 397mm of rainfall. October and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 23mm. That's 374mm less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Malinga is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

It is currently autumn in Malinga, which began on March 20, 2026. Malinga sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in April at around 30°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 19°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

The best time to visit Malinga is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 42mm per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 30°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Malinga based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.