Climate Insights for Mangochi Airport

Mangochi District, Southern Region, Malawi

Hottest
November
31°C peak
Coldest
July
15°C low
Wettest
January
312mm 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 1257mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 312mm 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, September. 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: 27° Average: 24° Min: 22° Feb Max: 28° Average: 25° Min: 22° Mar Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 22° Apr Max: 27° Average: 24° Min: 20° May Max: 26° Average: 22° Min: 18° Jun Max: 24° Average: 20° Min: 16° Jul Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 15° Aug Max: 26° Average: 22° Min: 17° Sep Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 20° Oct Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 22° Nov Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 23° Dec Max: 28° Average: 25° Min: 23°
Max
Average
Min

Mangochi Airport sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 15°C to 31°C. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 31°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. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 2°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: 312mm Feb Precipitation: 238mm Mar Precipitation: 244mm Apr Precipitation: 59mm May Precipitation: 11mm Jun Precipitation: 5mm Jul Precipitation: 9mm Aug Precipitation: 3mm Sep Precipitation: 2mm Oct Precipitation: 13mm Nov Precipitation: 82mm Dec Precipitation: 278mm
Precipitation

Mangochi Airport is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1257mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 105mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 312mm of rainfall. December and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 2mm. That's 310mm 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 2km/h Feb Wind Speed: 2km/h Mar Wind Speed: 2km/h Apr Wind Speed: 3km/h May Wind Speed: 3km/h Jun Wind Speed: 3km/h Jul Wind Speed: 3km/h Aug Wind Speed: 3km/h Sep Wind Speed: 3km/h Oct Wind Speed: 3km/h Nov Wind Speed: 3km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Mangochi Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 3km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

93 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Mangochi Airport, which began on June 21, 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 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 15°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 93 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 20 to 31°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 98mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 22 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 828mm across the season with a monthly average of 276mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 18 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 314mm across the season with a monthly average of 105mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 15 to 26°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 17mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/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 24°
May 22°
Jun 20°
Jul 19°
Aug 22°
Sep 24°
Oct 26°
Nov 27°
Dec 25°

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 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 15mm per month. By contrast, November can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 31°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
27 °C
2 km/h
312 mm
0 cm
Feb
22 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
238 mm
0 cm
Mar
22 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
244 mm
0 cm
Apr
20 °C
27 °C
3 km/h
59 mm
0 cm
May
18 °C
26 °C
3 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
16 °C
24 °C
3 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Jul
15 °C
24 °C
3 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
Aug
17 °C
26 °C
3 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Sep
20 °C
29 °C
3 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Oct
22 °C
31 °C
3 km/h
13 mm
0 cm
Nov
23 °C
31 °C
3 km/h
82 mm
0 cm
Dec
23 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
278 mm
0 cm
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