Malawi

Malawi Weather in February

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

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Considering a trip to Malawi this February and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Malawi in February

February in Malawi generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 26°C (79°F) in Dedza to 29°C (84°F) in Zomba. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 21°C (70°F) in Zomba and 19°C (66°F) in Dedza.

For a closer look at conditions across Malawi, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Kasungu with an average of 176 mm (6.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Chintheche with 414 mm (16 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Lilongwe as an example - it receives around 145 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

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 February

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 February for some of the most popular destinations in Malawi?

Temperature range in Malawi (February)

Precipitation variation in Malawi (February)

Lilongwe

In February Lilongwe generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
136 hours
145 hours
171 hours
Monthly rainfall
233 mm (9.2 in)
197 mm (7.8 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
15 days
12 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
very good
Climate in Lilongwe →

Blantyre

In February Blantyre generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
200 hours
182 hours
219 hours
Monthly rainfall
331 mm (13 in)
233 mm (9.2 in)
173 mm (6.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
mixed
very good
Climate in Blantyre →

Chintheche

In February Chintheche generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
148 hours
136 hours
164 hours
Monthly rainfall
439 mm (17 in)
414 mm (16 in)
421 mm (17 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Chintheche →

Zomba

In February Zomba generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
200 hours
182 hours
219 hours
Monthly rainfall
304 mm (12 in)
219 mm (8.6 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
mixed
very good
Climate in Zomba →

Kasungu

In February Kasungu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
193 mm (7.6 in)
176 mm (6.9 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
good
very good
very good
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Popular cities in February

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lilongwe 27°C (81°F) 18°C (64°F) 197 mm (7.8 in)
Blantyre 29°C (84°F) 21°C (70°F) 233 mm (9.2 in)
Senga 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 352 mm (14 in)
Chintheche 28°C (82°F) 23°C (73°F) 414 mm (16 in)
Mangochi 29°C (84°F) 22°C (72°F) 270 mm (11 in)
Mzuzu 26°C (79°F) 18°C (64°F) 294 mm (12 in)

Malawi weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Malawi in February?

February in Malawi brings good weather. In Lilongwe, daytime temperatures are typically around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime lows hover near 18°C (64°F).

What is the average temperature in Malawi in February?

Daytime temperatures in Lilongwe peak at roughly 27°C (81°F) in February, dropping to about 18°C (64°F) overnight.

Does Malawi get a lot of rain in February?

Yes. February brings heavy rainfall to Malawi, with Lilongwe averaging around 197 mm (7.8 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Malawi?

Given the typically good weather conditions in Lilongwe, February might be a good time to visit Malawi. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Malawi is in April, May, June, July, August and September with generally excellent weather in Lilongwe. In contrast, January tends to have mixed weather conditions.

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