Malawi

Malawi Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Malawi in April.

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Planning a getaway to Malawi this April and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Malawi in April

April in Malawi generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 25°C (77°F) in Mzuzu to 29°C (84°F) in Zomba. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 19°C (66°F) in Zomba and 17°C (63°F) in Mzuzu.

For specific regional insights in Malawi, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Kasungu with an average of 31 mm (1.2 in) to heavy rainfall in Chintheche with 273 mm (11 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Lilongwe enjoys about 215 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Malawi by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Malawi - and find the best time to visit. (based on Lilongwe)

January27°C (81°F) February27°C (81°F) March27°C (81°F) April27°C (81°F) May26°C (79°F) June25°C (77°F) This monthJuly24°C (75°F) August26°C (79°F) September29°C (84°F) October31°C (88°F) November31°C (88°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Malawi in April

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Malawi.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Malawi

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Malawi?

Temperature range in Malawi (April)

Precipitation variation in Malawi (April)

Lilongwe

In April Lilongwe generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
215 hours
265 hours
Monthly rainfall
131 mm (5.2 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
6.1 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
7 days
2 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Lilongwe →

Blantyre

In April Blantyre generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
219 hours
241 hours
262 hours
Monthly rainfall
173 mm (6.8 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
8 days
4 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Blantyre →

Chintheche

In April Chintheche generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
164 hours
174 hours
219 hours
Monthly rainfall
421 mm (17 in)
273 mm (11 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
16 days
8 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
excellent
Climate in Chintheche →

Zomba

In April Zomba generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
219 hours
241 hours
262 hours
Monthly rainfall
140 mm (5.5 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
8.4 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
7 days
3 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Zomba →

Kasungu

In April Kasungu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
112 mm (4.4 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
5.2 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
6 days
a single day
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Kasungu →

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Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Malawi in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lilongwe 27°C (81°F) 16°C (61°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
Blantyre 28°C (82°F) 18°C (64°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Senga 28°C (82°F) 23°C (73°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Chintheche 27°C (81°F) 22°C (72°F) 273 mm (11 in)
Mangochi 28°C (82°F) 20°C (68°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Mzuzu 25°C (77°F) 17°C (63°F) 176 mm (6.9 in)

Malawi weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Malawi in April?

Malawi typically experiences excellent weather in April, part of the season. Daytime highs in Lilongwe average around 27°C (81°F), and temperatures drop to about 16°C (61°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Malawi in April?

In Lilongwe, the average daytime high in April is 27°C (81°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 16°C (61°F).

Does Malawi get a lot of rain in April?

April is on the drier side in Malawi. Lilongwe averages only about 32 mm (1.3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Malawi?

We believe that April is one of the best times to visit Malawi with overall excellent weather in Lilongwe. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, April, May, June, July, August and September provide excellent weather in Lilongwe. The weather in January, on the other hand, tends to be mixed.

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