Climate Insights for Dwangwa Airport

Nkhotakota District, Central Region, Malawi

Hottest
November
29°C peak
Coldest
July
19°C low
Wettest
January
500mm rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Dwangwa Airport is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 2187mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 500mm of rainfall. Dwangwa 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: November, October, December. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 19°C.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 27° Average: 25° Min: 24° Feb Max: 27° Average: 26° Min: 24° Mar Max: 27° Average: 25° Min: 24° Apr Max: 26° Average: 25° Min: 23° May Max: 25° Average: 24° Min: 22° Jun Max: 23° Average: 22° Min: 20° Jul Max: 23° Average: 21° Min: 19° Aug Max: 24° Average: 23° Min: 21° Sep Max: 27° Average: 25° Min: 23° Oct Max: 29° Average: 27° Min: 25° Nov Max: 29° Average: 27° Min: 25° Dec Max: 28° Average: 26° Min: 24°
Max
Average
Min

Dwangwa Airport has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 21°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm 500mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 500mm Feb Precipitation: 442mm Mar Precipitation: 408mm Apr Precipitation: 178mm May Precipitation: 15mm Jun Precipitation: 4mm Jul Precipitation: 3mm Aug Precipitation: 2mm Sep Precipitation: 2mm Oct Precipitation: 22mm Nov Precipitation: 139mm Dec Precipitation: 472mm
Precipitation

Dwangwa Airport is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2187mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 182mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 500mm of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 2mm. That's 498mm 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 25km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 15km/h Feb Wind Speed: 14km/h Mar Wind Speed: 16km/h Apr Wind Speed: 20km/h May Wind Speed: 21km/h Jun Wind Speed: 22km/h Jul Wind Speed: 22km/h Aug Wind Speed: 20km/h Sep Wind Speed: 21km/h Oct Wind Speed: 24km/h Nov Wind Speed: 22km/h Dec Wind Speed: 16km/h
Wind Speed

Dwangwa Airport is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 19km/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 24km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 14km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 10km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 21km/h in winter, 22km/h in spring, 15km/h in summer, 19km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

89 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Dwangwa Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Dwangwa 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 November at around 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 19°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 23 to 29°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 164mm for the season, averaging 55mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 22km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 24 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1414mm across the season with a monthly average of 471mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 22 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 600mm across the season with a monthly average of 200mm. Winds are moderate at around 19km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 19 to 24°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 9mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 21km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 25°
Feb 26°
Mar 25°
Apr 25°
May 24°
Jun 22°
Jul 21°
Aug 23°
Sep 25°
Oct 27°
Nov 27°
Dec 26°

The best time to visit Dwangwa Airport is during May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 5mm per month. By contrast, November can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 29°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 Dwangwa 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
24 °C
27 °C
15 km/h
500 mm
0 cm
Feb
24 °C
27 °C
14 km/h
442 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
24 °C
27 °C
16 km/h
408 mm
0 cm
Apr
23 °C
26 °C
20 km/h
178 mm
0 cm
May
22 °C
25 °C
21 km/h
15 mm
0 cm
Jun
20 °C
23 °C
22 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Jul
19 °C
23 °C
22 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Aug
21 °C
24 °C
20 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Sep
23 °C
27 °C
21 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Oct
25 °C
29 °C
24 km/h
22 mm
0 cm
Nov
25 °C
29 °C
22 km/h
139 mm
0 cm
Dec
24 °C
28 °C
16 km/h
472 mm
0 cm
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