Beach town in Southern Region, Malawi
Cape Maclear weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Cape Maclear
May–Oct is dry and sunny with calmer water; Jul–Aug can bring strong winds. Nov–Apr is hot and rainy with more mosquitoes.
Cape Maclear weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan28°308 mm
- Feb28°218 mm
- Mar28°148 mm
- Apr28°39 mm
- May27°8 mm
- Jun26°3 mm
- Jul26°6 mm
- Aug28°7 mm
- Sep31°3 mm
- Oct34°12 mm
- Nov34°46 mm
- Dec30°229 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C83°F | 24°C76°F | 308 mm | 75% | Very wet |
| February | 28°C83°F | 24°C76°F | 218 mm | 76% | Rainy |
| March | 28°C83°F | 24°C74°F | 148 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| April | 28°C82°F | 22°C71°F | 39 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| May | 27°C81°F | 19°C67°F | 8 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
| June | 26°C78°F | 18°C64°F | 3 mm | 66% | Pleasant |
| July | 26°C78°F | 17°C63°F | 6 mm | 63% | Pleasant |
| August | 28°C83°F | 19°C66°F | 7 mm | 56% | Pleasant |
| September | 31°C88°F | 22°C71°F | 3 mm | 51% | Pleasant |
| October | 34°C92°F | 24°C76°F | 12 mm | 49% | Hot |
| November | 34°C93°F | 26°C78°F | 46 mm | 53% | Hot |
| December | 30°C87°F | 25°C77°F | 229 mm | 68% | Rainy |
Best months across Malawi
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Lilongwe | May–Oct | Oct (32°C) |
| Cape Maclear | May–Oct | Nov (34°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Cape Maclear?
May–Oct. May–Oct is dry and sunny with calmer water; Jul–Aug can bring strong winds. Nov–Apr is hot and rainy with more mosquitoes.
When is the rainy season in Cape Maclear?
Rain peaks in January with about 308 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Dec–Feb.
What is the hottest month in Cape Maclear?
November, with average highs of 34°C (93°F).
How cold does Cape Maclear get?
The coolest nights are in July, averaging 17°C (63°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 1°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.