Blantyre Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The weather in Blantyre changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C (90°F) in November to a comfortable 24°C (75°F) in July.

Nighttime temperatures range from 21°C (70°F) in November to 13°C (55°F) in July.

Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Blantyre experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1240 mm (49 in) of precipitation annually. The seasons in Blantyre bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, January, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 331 mm (13 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 17 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, August, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 10 mm (0.4 in) over 2 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Blantyre Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Blantyre enjoys sunny spells year-round. October sees up to 9.2 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. February, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 6.1 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Blantyre.

The city experiences its highest humidity in February, reaching 79%. In August, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 50%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year