Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Mzuzu.
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Mzuzu, Malawi, has a stable climate with little temperature variation across the year. Average daytime temperatures hover around 25°C (77°F), peaking in November at 28°C (82°F) and dipping in July to 21°C (70°F).
The city has a wet climate, receiving around 1625 mm (64 in) of rainfall per year. Despite the high annual total, it has distinct dry (June to September) and wet (December to April) seasons. January is the wettest month. The sunniest month is October, with 10.1 hours of sunshine per day on average.
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With minimal seasonal shifts, Mzuzu experiences a constant climate year-round. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C (82°F) in November to a pleasant 21°C (70°F) in July.
Nighttime temperatures range from 19°C (66°F) in November to 12°C (54°F) in July.
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Mzuzu has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1625 mm (64 in) of rainfall per year. The seasons in Mzuzu bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, January, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 312 mm (12 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 20 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, September, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 16 mm (0.6 in) over 2 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Mzuzu Precipitation page.
In Mzuzu, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 10.1 hours in October. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. February sees a soft sun for only 4.5 hours per average day.
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The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Mzuzu.
The city experiences its highest humidity in April, reaching 86%. In October, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 62%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 1 m/s (2 knots) to 2 m/s (4 knots). It is lower in January, February, March, May, June and December and higher in April, July, August, September, October and November. What does this mean?
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather in Mzuzu. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Mzuzu has distinct dry (June to September) and wet (December to April) seasons.
Daytime highs range from 21°C (70°F) in July to 28°C (82°F) in November. Nighttime lows range from 12°C (54°F) to 19°C (66°F). Temperatures stay relatively stable year-round.
Annual rainfall is around 1625 mm (64 in). January is the wettest month with 312 mm (12 in), while September is the driest with 16 mm (0.6 in).
Mzuzu receives around 2,602 hours of sunshine per year. October is the sunniest month with 303 hours, while February is the cloudiest with just 136 hours. Overall, Mzuzu enjoys abundant sunshine.
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