Climate Insights for Chileka International Airport

Blantyre District, Southern Region, Malawi

Hottest
October
31°C peak
Coldest
July
13°C low
Wettest
January
380mm rain
Best to Visit
April, May, June
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Chileka International Airport is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 1243mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 380mm of rainfall. Chileka International Airport is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed — summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: October, November, December. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 13°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 27° Average: 24° Min: 21° Feb Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 21° Mar Max: 27° Average: 23° Min: 20° Apr Max: 26° Average: 22° Min: 18° May Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 15° Jun Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 13° Jul Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 13° Aug Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 14° Sep Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 17° Oct Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 20° Nov Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 21° Dec Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 21°
Max
Average
Min

Chileka International Airport sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 13°C to 31°C. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 13°C and an average of 18°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 380mm Feb Precipitation: 208mm Mar Precipitation: 237mm Apr Precipitation: 50mm May Precipitation: 11mm Jun Precipitation: 15mm Jul Precipitation: 12mm Aug Precipitation: 8mm Sep Precipitation: 4mm Oct Precipitation: 24mm Nov Precipitation: 98mm Dec Precipitation: 197mm
Precipitation

Chileka International Airport is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1243mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 104mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 380mm of rainfall. March and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 4mm. That's 375mm less than January, 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.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 12km/h Feb Wind Speed: 12km/h Mar Wind Speed: 13km/h Apr Wind Speed: 12km/h May Wind Speed: 12km/h Jun Wind Speed: 13km/h Jul Wind Speed: 12km/h Aug Wind Speed: 13km/h Sep Wind Speed: 16km/h Oct Wind Speed: 16km/h Nov Wind Speed: 15km/h Dec Wind Speed: 13km/h
Wind Speed

Chileka International Airport is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

89 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Chileka International Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Chileka International Airport is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed — spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in October at around 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 13°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 17 to 31°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 126mm over the season and a monthly average of 42mm. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 21 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 785mm across the season with a monthly average of 262mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 15 to 27°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 298mm for the season, averaging 99mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 13 to 26°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 35mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 24°
Feb 24°
Mar 23°
Apr 22°
May 20°
Jun 18°
Jul 18°
Aug 20°
Sep 23°
Oct 25°
Nov 26°
Dec 25°

The best time to visit Chileka International Airport is during April, May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 17mm per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 31°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Chileka International Airport 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
21 °C
27 °C
12 km/h
380 mm
0 cm
Feb
21 °C
28 °C
12 km/h
208 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
20 °C
27 °C
13 km/h
237 mm
0 cm
Apr
18 °C
26 °C
12 km/h
50 mm
0 cm
May
15 °C
25 °C
12 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Jun
13 °C
23 °C
13 km/h
15 mm
0 cm
Jul
13 °C
23 °C
12 km/h
12 mm
0 cm
Aug
14 °C
26 °C
13 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
Sep
17 °C
29 °C
16 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Oct
20 °C
31 °C
16 km/h
24 mm
0 cm
Nov
21 °C
31 °C
15 km/h
98 mm
0 cm
Dec
21 °C
30 °C
13 km/h
197 mm
0 cm
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