Malawi weather in April
Planning a journey to Malawi this April and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:
What is the weather like in Malawi in April?
April in Malawi generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 25°C in Mzuzu to 29°C in Zomba. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 19°C in Zomba and 17°C in Mzuzu.
In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Lilongwe with an average of 32 mm to heavy rainfall in Chintheche with 273 mm. Meanwhile, Lilongwe enjoys close to 215 hours of sunlight. This means it's a great month if you prefer bright and sunny days.
For a closer look at April's conditions in Malawi, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Malawi's yearly weather, check out our Malawi climate page.
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What is the weather like in April for the 5 most popular destinations in Malawi?
Average weather in Lilongwe
In April Lilongwe generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Blantyre
In April Blantyre generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Chintheche
In April Chintheche generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Zomba
In April Zomba generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Mzuzu
In April Mzuzu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is April the best time to visit Malawi?
We believe that April is one of the best times to visit Malawi with overall perfect weather in Lilongwe. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
Generally speaking, April, May, June, July, August, September and October provide perfect weather in Lilongwe. The weather in January, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.
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