Climate Insights for Lilongwe

Malawi

Hottest
November
30°C peak86°F peak
Coldest
July
11°C low52°F low
Wettest
January
244 mm rain9.6 in rain
Best to Visit
April, May, June
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Lilongwe is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 821 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 244 mm of rainfall. Lilongwe 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 11°C.The climate in Lilongwe is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 70°F and approximately 32.3 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 9.6 in of rainfall. Lilongwe 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 52°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 26°Average: 22°Min: 19°FebMax: 27°Average: 22°Min: 18°MarMax: 26°Average: 22°Min: 18°AprMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 16°MayMax: 25°Average: 19°Min: 14°JunMax: 23°Average: 17°Min: 12°JulMax: 23°Average: 17°Min: 11°AugMax: 25°Average: 19°Min: 13°SepMax: 28°Average: 22°Min: 15°OctMax: 30°Average: 24°Min: 18°NovMax: 30°Average: 24°Min: 20°DecMax: 28°Average: 23°Min: 19°
Max
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 79°FAverage: 72°FMin: 66°FFebMax: 80°FAverage: 72°FMin: 65°FMarMax: 79°FAverage: 71°FMin: 64°FAprMax: 79°FAverage: 69°FMin: 61°FMayMax: 77°FAverage: 66°FMin: 56°FJunMax: 74°FAverage: 63°FMin: 53°FJulMax: 74°FAverage: 62°FMin: 52°FAugMax: 78°FAverage: 66°FMin: 55°FSepMax: 82°FAverage: 71°FMin: 60°FOctMax: 85°FAverage: 75°FMin: 65°FNovMax: 86°FAverage: 76°FMin: 67°FDecMax: 82°FAverage: 74°FMin: 67°F
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Lilongwe sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 11°C to 30°C. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 11°C and an average of 17°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Lilongwe sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 52°F to 86°F. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 86°F and the mean temperature sits around 76°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 52°F and an average of 62°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 19°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 5°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 244mmFebPrecipitation: 183mmMarPrecipitation: 145mmAprPrecipitation: 33mmMayPrecipitation: 6mmJunPrecipitation: 2mmJulPrecipitation: 1mmAugPrecipitation: 1mmSepPrecipitation: 1mmOctPrecipitation: 12mmNovPrecipitation: 45mmDecPrecipitation: 150mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 9.6inFebPrecipitation: 7.2inMarPrecipitation: 5.7inAprPrecipitation: 1.3inMayPrecipitation: 0.2inJunPrecipitation: 0.1inJulPrecipitation: 0inAugPrecipitation: 0inSepPrecipitation: 0inOctPrecipitation: 0.5inNovPrecipitation: 1.8inDecPrecipitation: 5.9in
Precipitation

Lilongwe is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 821 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 68 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 244 mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 1 mm. That's 243 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.Lilongwe is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 32.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.7 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 9.6 in of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 0 in. That's 9.6 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: 7km/hFebWind Speed: 8km/hMarWind Speed: 8km/hAprWind Speed: 9km/hMayWind Speed: 9km/hJunWind Speed: 10km/hJulWind Speed: 11km/hAugWind Speed: 11km/hSepWind Speed: 13km/hOctWind Speed: 13km/hNovWind Speed: 12km/hDecWind Speed: 10km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 5mphFebWind Speed: 5mphMarWind Speed: 5mphAprWind Speed: 6mphMayWind Speed: 6mphJunWind Speed: 6mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 7mphDecWind Speed: 6mph
Wind Speed

Lilongwe 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 January, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/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 11km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 8km/h in summer, 9km/h in autumn.Lilongwe 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 January, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3mph 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 7mph in winter, 8mph in spring, 5mph in summer, 6mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan22°72°F
Feb22°72°F
Mar22°71°F
Apr21°69°F
May19°66°F
Jun17°63°F
Jul17°62°F
Aug19°66°F
Sep22°71°F
Oct24°75°F
Nov24°76°F
Dec23°74°F

The best time to visit Lilongwe is during April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 13 mm per month. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Lilongwe is during April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 69°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.5 in per month. 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 Lilongwe 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 Lilongwe 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
19 °C66 °F
26 °C79 °F
7 km/h5 mph
244 mm9.6 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
18 °C65 °F
27 °C80 °F
8 km/h5 mph
183 mm7.2 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
18 °C64 °F
26 °C79 °F
8 km/h5 mph
145 mm5.7 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
16 °C61 °F
26 °C79 °F
9 km/h6 mph
33 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in
May
14 °C56 °F
25 °C77 °F
9 km/h6 mph
6 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
12 °C53 °F
23 °C74 °F
10 km/h6 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
11 °C52 °F
23 °C74 °F
11 km/h7 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
13 °C55 °F
25 °C78 °F
11 km/h7 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
15 °C60 °F
28 °C82 °F
13 km/h8 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
18 °C65 °F
30 °C85 °F
13 km/h8 mph
12 mm0.5 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
20 °C67 °F
30 °C86 °F
12 km/h7 mph
45 mm1.8 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
19 °C67 °F
28 °C82 °F
10 km/h6 mph
150 mm5.9 in
0 cm0 in