Climate Insights for Karonga

Malawi

Hottest
November
29°C peak85°F peak
Coldest
July
21°C low69°F low
Wettest
January
238 mm rain9.4 in rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Karonga is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 880 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 238 mm of rainfall. Karonga sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Karonga is hot. The average annual temperature is 78°F and approximately 34.6 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 9.4 in of rainfall. Karonga sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 28°Average: 26°Min: 25°FebMax: 28°Average: 27°Min: 25°MarMax: 28°Average: 26°Min: 25°AprMax: 27°Average: 25°Min: 24°MayMax: 25°Average: 24°Min: 23°JunMax: 24°Average: 23°Min: 22°JulMax: 23°Average: 22°Min: 21°AugMax: 25°Average: 23°Min: 22°SepMax: 27°Average: 26°Min: 24°OctMax: 29°Average: 27°Min: 26°NovMax: 29°Average: 28°Min: 26°DecMax: 28°Average: 27°Min: 25°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 82°FAverage: 79°FMin: 77°FFebMax: 82°FAverage: 80°FMin: 77°FMarMax: 82°FAverage: 79°FMin: 77°FAprMax: 80°FAverage: 78°FMin: 76°FMayMax: 78°FAverage: 76°FMin: 74°FJunMax: 75°FAverage: 73°FMin: 71°FJulMax: 74°FAverage: 72°FMin: 69°FAugMax: 76°FAverage: 74°FMin: 72°FSepMax: 80°FAverage: 78°FMin: 76°FOctMax: 83°FAverage: 81°FMin: 79°FNovMax: 85°FAverage: 82°FMin: 79°FDecMax: 83°FAverage: 80°FMin: 78°F
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Karonga has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°C range. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 22°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.Karonga has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 16°F range. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 85°F and the mean temperature sits around 82°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 69°F and an average of 72°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 4°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 238mmFebPrecipitation: 193mmMarPrecipitation: 201mmAprPrecipitation: 59mmMayPrecipitation: 12mmJunPrecipitation: 6mmJulPrecipitation: 4mmAugPrecipitation: 1mmSepPrecipitation: 1mmOctPrecipitation: 3mmNovPrecipitation: 34mmDecPrecipitation: 128mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 9.4inFebPrecipitation: 7.6inMarPrecipitation: 7.9inAprPrecipitation: 2.3inMayPrecipitation: 0.5inJunPrecipitation: 0.2inJulPrecipitation: 0.2inAugPrecipitation: 0inSepPrecipitation: 0inOctPrecipitation: 0.1inNovPrecipitation: 1.3inDecPrecipitation: 5.1in
Precipitation

Karonga is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 880 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 73 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 238 mm of rainfall. March and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 1 mm. That's 237 mm 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.Karonga is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 34.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.9 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 9.4 in of rainfall. March and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 in. That's 9.3 in 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/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6km/hFebWind Speed: 6km/hMarWind Speed: 8km/hAprWind Speed: 12km/hMayWind Speed: 12km/hJunWind Speed: 10km/hJulWind Speed: 10km/hAugWind Speed: 10km/hSepWind Speed: 12km/hOctWind Speed: 13km/hNovWind Speed: 10km/hDecWind Speed: 7km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4mphFebWind Speed: 4mphMarWind Speed: 5mphAprWind Speed: 7mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 6mphJulWind Speed: 6mphAugWind Speed: 6mphSepWind Speed: 7mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 6mphDecWind Speed: 5mph
Wind Speed

Karonga is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/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 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 7km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 10km/h in winter, 12km/h in spring, 7km/h in summer, 10km/h in autumn.Karonga is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 6mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 4mph difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 6mph in winter, 7mph in spring, 4mph in summer, 6mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan26°79°F
Feb27°80°F
Mar26°79°F
Apr25°78°F
May24°76°F
Jun23°73°F
Jul22°72°F
Aug23°74°F
Sep26°78°F
Oct27°81°F
Nov28°82°F
Dec27°80°F

The best time to visit Karonga is during May, 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 6 mm 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.The best time to visit Karonga is during May, June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 74°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.2 in per month. By contrast, November can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 85°F. 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 Karonga 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Karonga based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). 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
25 °C77 °F
28 °C82 °F
6 km/h4 mph
238 mm9.4 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
25 °C77 °F
28 °C82 °F
6 km/h4 mph
193 mm7.6 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
25 °C77 °F
28 °C82 °F
8 km/h5 mph
201 mm7.9 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
24 °C76 °F
27 °C80 °F
12 km/h7 mph
59 mm2.3 in
0 cm0 in
May
23 °C74 °F
25 °C78 °F
12 km/h7 mph
12 mm0.5 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
22 °C71 °F
24 °C75 °F
10 km/h6 mph
6 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
21 °C69 °F
23 °C74 °F
10 km/h6 mph
4 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
22 °C72 °F
25 °C76 °F
10 km/h6 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
24 °C76 °F
27 °C80 °F
12 km/h7 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
26 °C79 °F
29 °C83 °F
13 km/h8 mph
3 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
26 °C79 °F
29 °C85 °F
10 km/h6 mph
34 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
25 °C78 °F
28 °C83 °F
7 km/h5 mph
128 mm5.1 in
0 cm0 in