Climate Insights for Mzimba

Malawi

Hottest
November
29°C peak84°F peak
Coldest
July
12°C low54°F low
Wettest
January
261 mm rain10.3 in rain
Best to Visit
April, May, June
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Mzimba is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 20°C and approximately 911 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 261 mm of rainfall. Mzimba 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, September. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 12°C.The climate in Mzimba is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 69°F and approximately 35.9 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 10.3 in of rainfall. Mzimba 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, September. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 54°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 24°Average: 21°Min: 18°FebMax: 25°Average: 21°Min: 18°MarMax: 25°Average: 21°Min: 18°AprMax: 25°Average: 20°Min: 17°MayMax: 24°Average: 19°Min: 15°JunMax: 23°Average: 17°Min: 13°JulMax: 22°Average: 17°Min: 12°AugMax: 24°Average: 19°Min: 14°SepMax: 27°Average: 21°Min: 17°OctMax: 29°Average: 23°Min: 19°NovMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 19°DecMax: 26°Average: 22°Min: 19°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 76°FAverage: 69°FMin: 64°FFebMax: 77°FAverage: 70°FMin: 64°FMarMax: 77°FAverage: 69°FMin: 64°FAprMax: 76°FAverage: 69°FMin: 63°FMayMax: 75°FAverage: 66°FMin: 58°FJunMax: 73°FAverage: 63°FMin: 55°FJulMax: 72°FAverage: 62°FMin: 54°FAugMax: 76°FAverage: 66°FMin: 57°FSepMax: 80°FAverage: 70°FMin: 62°FOctMax: 83°FAverage: 74°FMin: 65°FNovMax: 84°FAverage: 75°FMin: 67°FDecMax: 80°FAverage: 72°FMin: 66°F
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Mzimba sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 12°C to 29°C. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 12°C and an average of 17°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.Mzimba sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 54°F to 84°F. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 84°F and the mean temperature sits around 75°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 54°F and an average of 62°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°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

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 261mmFebPrecipitation: 213mmMarPrecipitation: 153mmAprPrecipitation: 38mmMayPrecipitation: 6mmJunPrecipitation: 1mmJulPrecipitation: 1mmAugPrecipitation: 1mmSepPrecipitation: 1mmOctPrecipitation: 9mmNovPrecipitation: 41mmDecPrecipitation: 187mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 10.3inFebPrecipitation: 8.4inMarPrecipitation: 6inAprPrecipitation: 1.5inMayPrecipitation: 0.2inJunPrecipitation: 0inJulPrecipitation: 0inAugPrecipitation: 0inSepPrecipitation: 0inOctPrecipitation: 0.4inNovPrecipitation: 1.6inDecPrecipitation: 7.3in
Precipitation

Mzimba is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 911 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 76 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 261 mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1 mm. That's 260 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.Mzimba is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 35.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 10.3 in of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 in. That's 10.2 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/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7km/hFebWind Speed: 8km/hMarWind Speed: 9km/hAprWind Speed: 13km/hMayWind Speed: 14km/hJunWind Speed: 14km/hJulWind Speed: 15km/hAugWind Speed: 16km/hSepWind Speed: 18km/hOctWind Speed: 18km/hNovWind Speed: 15km/hDecWind Speed: 10km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 5mphFebWind Speed: 5mphMarWind Speed: 6mphAprWind Speed: 8mphMayWind Speed: 9mphJunWind Speed: 9mphJulWind Speed: 9mphAugWind Speed: 10mphSepWind Speed: 11mphOctWind Speed: 11mphNovWind Speed: 9mphDecWind Speed: 6mph
Wind Speed

Mzimba 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 18km/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. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 11km/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 15km/h in winter, 17km/h in spring, 9km/h in summer, 12km/h in autumn.Mzimba is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 11mph, 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. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 6mph 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 9mph in winter, 11mph in spring, 5mph in summer, 7mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan21°69°F
Feb21°70°F
Mar21°69°F
Apr20°69°F
May19°66°F
Jun17°63°F
Jul17°62°F
Aug19°66°F
Sep21°70°F
Oct23°74°F
Nov24°75°F
Dec22°72°F

The best time to visit Mzimba 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 12 mm per month. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Mzimba 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 68°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 Mzimba 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 Mzimba 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
18 °C64 °F
24 °C76 °F
7 km/h5 mph
261 mm10.3 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
18 °C64 °F
25 °C77 °F
8 km/h5 mph
213 mm8.4 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
18 °C64 °F
25 °C77 °F
9 km/h6 mph
153 mm6 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
17 °C63 °F
25 °C76 °F
13 km/h8 mph
38 mm1.5 in
0 cm0 in
May
15 °C58 °F
24 °C75 °F
14 km/h9 mph
6 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
13 °C55 °F
23 °C73 °F
14 km/h9 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
12 °C54 °F
22 °C72 °F
15 km/h9 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
14 °C57 °F
24 °C76 °F
16 km/h10 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
17 °C62 °F
27 °C80 °F
18 km/h11 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
19 °C65 °F
29 °C83 °F
18 km/h11 mph
9 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
19 °C67 °F
29 °C84 °F
15 km/h9 mph
41 mm1.6 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
19 °C66 °F
26 °C80 °F
10 km/h6 mph
187 mm7.3 in
0 cm0 in