Mzuzu weather in May (Malawi)

What can you expect from the weather in Mzuzu during May? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In Mzuzu the weather in May is generally perfect, with high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 24°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 15°C.

Mzuzu in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 62 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 7 days of rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 219 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Mzuzu climate page with graphs.

 

Mzuzu, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 15°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 24°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 24%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 62 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 7 days  
HumidityHumidity 85%  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 219 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Malawi in May

Find out more about the weather in Malawi in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Mzuzu in May?

For visitors traveling to Mzuzu, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Barbeque
8/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

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Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Malawi? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Malawi. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.