Zomba Climate by Month
Temperatures see a moderate degree of fluctuation,
transitioning from very warm conditions
to warm.
It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average day and night temperature
The climate in Zomba experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Average daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C in November, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 25°C during cooler months like July. At night, temperatures typically average around 14°C during these months.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Zomba is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1027 mm. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, January receives heavy rainfall, averaging 304 mm of precipitation, recorded across 17 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, August brings less rainfall, with 3.7 mm over 2 rainy days.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
While the amount of sunshine in Zomba varies throughout the year, all seasons offer their own charm. Enjoy up to 9.2 hours of daily sun in October, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in February, with about 6.1 hours of daily sunlight.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is low throughout the year in Zomba.
Relative humidity over the year
The best time of year to visit Zomba in Malawi
During the months of June and July you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
Rainy season in Zomba occurs in the months of January, February and December.
Yes, the months of May, June, July, August, September and October are very dry.
November has an average maximum temperature of 32°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 25°C.
January tops the wettest month list with 304 mm of rainfall.
August is the driest month with 4 mm of precipitation.
October is the sunniest month with an average of 277 hours of sunshine.
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