Capital city in Central Region, Malawi
Lilongwe weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Lilongwe
May–Oct is dry and cooler, with cold nights in Jun–Jul. Nov–Apr is hot and rainy with some road washouts; Dec–Feb is peak rain.
Lilongwe weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan26°307 mm
- Feb26°216 mm
- Mar26°151 mm
- Apr25°40 mm
- May25°6 mm
- Jun24°2 mm
- Jul24°3 mm
- Aug26°2 mm
- Sep30°3 mm
- Oct32°12 mm
- Nov32°63 mm
- Dec28°242 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C79°F | 18°C65°F | 307 mm | 84% | Very wet |
| February | 26°C79°F | 18°C64°F | 216 mm | 85% | Rainy |
| March | 26°C78°F | 17°C63°F | 151 mm | 85% | Pleasant |
| April | 25°C78°F | 15°C59°F | 40 mm | 82% | Pleasant |
| May | 25°C76°F | 12°C54°F | 6 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| June | 24°C74°F | 10°C50°F | 2 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| July | 24°C74°F | 10°C49°F | 3 mm | 67% | Pleasant |
| August | 26°C80°F | 12°C53°F | 2 mm | 59% | Pleasant |
| September | 30°C85°F | 15°C58°F | 3 mm | 51% | Pleasant |
| October | 32°C89°F | 18°C64°F | 12 mm | 49% | Pleasant |
| November | 32°C89°F | 19°C67°F | 63 mm | 56% | Pleasant |
| December | 28°C82°F | 19°C66°F | 242 mm | 76% | 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 Lilongwe?
May–Oct. May–Oct is dry and cooler, with cold nights in Jun–Jul. Nov–Apr is hot and rainy with some road washouts; Dec–Feb is peak rain.
When is the rainy season in Lilongwe?
Rain peaks in January with about 307 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Dec–Mar.
What is the hottest month in Lilongwe?
October, with average highs of 32°C (89°F).
How cold does Lilongwe get?
The coolest nights are in July, averaging 10°C (49°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 0.7°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.