Weather in April in Malawi
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 is the weather like 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 in Mzuzu to 29°C in Zomba. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 19°C in Zomba and 17°C 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 Lilongwe with an average of 32 mm to heavy rainfall in Chintheche with 273 mm.Average sunshine
The city Lilongwe usually sees around 215 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.For an in-depth overview of the yearly conditions, do visit our Malawi climate page.
Where to go in Malawi in April





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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in April for the 5 most popular destinations in Malawi?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Interested in more climate information?
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