Climate Insights for Mangochi Airport

Mangochi District, Southern Region, Malawi

Hottest
November
32°C peak
Coldest
July
15°C low
Wettest
January
348mm rain
Best to Visit
April, May, June
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Mangochi Airport is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 1211mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 348mm of rainfall. Mangochi 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 15°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 22° Feb Max: 28° Average: 25° Min: 22° Mar Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 21° Apr Max: 27° Average: 23° Min: 20° May Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 17° Jun Max: 24° Average: 20° Min: 15° Jul Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 15° Aug Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 16° Sep Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 18° Oct Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 21° Nov Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 23° Dec Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 22°
Max
Average
Min

Mangochi Airport sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 15°C to 32°C. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 15°C and an average of 19°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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 348mm Feb Precipitation: 269mm Mar Precipitation: 225mm Apr Precipitation: 53mm May Precipitation: 6mm Jun Precipitation: 4mm Jul Precipitation: 3mm Aug Precipitation: 3mm Sep Precipitation: 1mm Oct Precipitation: 10mm Nov Precipitation: 65mm Dec Precipitation: 225mm
Precipitation

Mangochi Airport is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1211mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 101mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 348mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 1mm. That's 347mm 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: 13km/h Feb Wind Speed: 11km/h Mar Wind Speed: 12km/h Apr Wind Speed: 14km/h May Wind Speed: 13km/h Jun Wind Speed: 14km/h Jul Wind Speed: 14km/h Aug Wind Speed: 14km/h Sep Wind Speed: 15km/h Oct Wind Speed: 16km/h Nov Wind Speed: 15km/h Dec Wind Speed: 12km/h
Wind Speed

Mangochi Airport is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/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 February, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 5km/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 Mangochi Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Mangochi 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 32°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 15°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 18 to 32°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 77mm over the season and a monthly average of 26mm. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 22 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 842mm across the season with a monthly average of 281mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 17 to 28°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 284mm for the season, averaging 95mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 15 to 27°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 9mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/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 25°
Mar 24°
Apr 23°
May 21°
Jun 20°
Jul 19°
Aug 21°
Sep 24°
Oct 26°
Nov 27°
Dec 26°

The best time to visit Mangochi 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 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 12mm per month. By contrast, November can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 32°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 Mangochi 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
22 °C
28 °C
13 km/h
348 mm
0 cm
Feb
22 °C
28 °C
11 km/h
269 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
21 °C
28 °C
12 km/h
225 mm
0 cm
Apr
20 °C
27 °C
14 km/h
53 mm
0 cm
May
17 °C
26 °C
13 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Jun
15 °C
24 °C
14 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Jul
15 °C
25 °C
14 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Aug
16 °C
27 °C
14 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Sep
18 °C
30 °C
15 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Oct
21 °C
32 °C
16 km/h
10 mm
0 cm
Nov
23 °C
32 °C
15 km/h
65 mm
0 cm
Dec
22 °C
30 °C
12 km/h
225 mm
0 cm
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