Climate Insights for Rumphi

Malawi

Hottest
November
29°C peak85°F peak
Coldest
July
10°C low50°F low
Wettest
January
270 mm rain10.6 in rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Rumphi is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 20°C and approximately 1,116 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 270 mm of rainfall. Rumphi 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 10°C.The climate in Rumphi is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 67°F and approximately 43.9 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 10.6 in of rainfall. Rumphi 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 50°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 24°Average: 20°Min: 17°FebMax: 25°Average: 20°Min: 17°MarMax: 25°Average: 20°Min: 17°AprMax: 25°Average: 20°Min: 16°MayMax: 24°Average: 18°Min: 13°JunMax: 23°Average: 16°Min: 11°JulMax: 23°Average: 16°Min: 10°AugMax: 25°Average: 18°Min: 12°SepMax: 27°Average: 20°Min: 14°OctMax: 29°Average: 23°Min: 17°NovMax: 29°Average: 23°Min: 18°DecMax: 27°Average: 22°Min: 17°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 76°FAverage: 68°FMin: 62°FFebMax: 77°FAverage: 68°FMin: 62°FMarMax: 76°FAverage: 68°FMin: 62°FAprMax: 76°FAverage: 67°FMin: 60°FMayMax: 75°FAverage: 65°FMin: 56°FJunMax: 74°FAverage: 62°FMin: 52°FJulMax: 73°FAverage: 61°FMin: 50°FAugMax: 77°FAverage: 64°FMin: 54°FSepMax: 81°FAverage: 69°FMin: 58°FOctMax: 84°FAverage: 73°FMin: 62°FNovMax: 85°FAverage: 74°FMin: 64°FDecMax: 80°FAverage: 71°FMin: 63°F
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Rumphi sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 10°C to 29°C. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 10°C and an average of 16°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Rumphi sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 50°F to 85°F. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 85°F and the mean temperature sits around 74°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 50°F and an average of 61°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

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 270mmFebPrecipitation: 219mmMarPrecipitation: 228mmAprPrecipitation: 118mmMayPrecipitation: 17mmJunPrecipitation: 1mmJulPrecipitation: 2mmAugPrecipitation: 1mmSepPrecipitation: 1mmOctPrecipitation: 7mmNovPrecipitation: 51mmDecPrecipitation: 199mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 10.6inFebPrecipitation: 8.6inMarPrecipitation: 9inAprPrecipitation: 4.7inMayPrecipitation: 0.7inJunPrecipitation: 0.1inJulPrecipitation: 0.1inAugPrecipitation: 0inSepPrecipitation: 0.1inOctPrecipitation: 0.3inNovPrecipitation: 2inDecPrecipitation: 7.8in
Precipitation

Rumphi is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,116 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 93 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 270 mm of rainfall. March and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 1 mm. That's 269 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.Rumphi is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 43.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.7 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 10.6 in of rainfall. March and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 in. That's 10.6 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: 6km/hFebWind Speed: 6km/hMarWind Speed: 6km/hAprWind Speed: 9km/hMayWind Speed: 9km/hJunWind Speed: 9km/hJulWind Speed: 11km/hAugWind Speed: 12km/hSepWind Speed: 13km/hOctWind Speed: 13km/hNovWind Speed: 11km/hDecWind Speed: 7km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4mphFebWind Speed: 4mphMarWind Speed: 4mphAprWind Speed: 6mphMayWind Speed: 6mphJunWind Speed: 6mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 7mphDecWind Speed: 5mph
Wind Speed

Rumphi is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/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 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 11km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 6km/h in summer, 8km/h in autumn.Rumphi 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 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 7mph in winter, 8mph in spring, 4mph in summer, 5mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan20°68°F
Feb20°68°F
Mar20°68°F
Apr20°67°F
May18°65°F
Jun16°62°F
Jul16°61°F
Aug18°64°F
Sep20°69°F
Oct23°73°F
Nov23°74°F
Dec22°71°F

The best time to visit Rumphi is during May, June, July, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°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 Rumphi is during May, June, July, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 67°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 Rumphi 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 Rumphi 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
17 °C62 °F
24 °C76 °F
6 km/h4 mph
270 mm10.6 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
17 °C62 °F
25 °C77 °F
6 km/h4 mph
219 mm8.6 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
17 °C62 °F
25 °C76 °F
6 km/h4 mph
228 mm9 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
16 °C60 °F
25 °C76 °F
9 km/h6 mph
118 mm4.7 in
0 cm0 in
May
13 °C56 °F
24 °C75 °F
9 km/h6 mph
17 mm0.7 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
11 °C52 °F
23 °C74 °F
9 km/h6 mph
1 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
10 °C50 °F
23 °C73 °F
11 km/h7 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
12 °C54 °F
25 °C77 °F
12 km/h7 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
14 °C58 °F
27 °C81 °F
13 km/h8 mph
1 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
17 °C62 °F
29 °C84 °F
13 km/h8 mph
7 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
18 °C64 °F
29 °C85 °F
11 km/h7 mph
51 mm2 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
17 °C63 °F
27 °C80 °F
7 km/h5 mph
199 mm7.8 in
0 cm0 in