Weather in January in Malawi
Considering a trip to Malawi this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Malawi in January?
January in Malawi generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 26°C in Mzuzu to 29°C in Zomba. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 21°C in Zomba and 19°C in Mzuzu.To explore the conditions in Malawi in more detail, check the map below.
Precipitation
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Lilongwe with an average of 233 mm to heavy rainfall in Chintheche with 439 mm. Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Lilongwe.Average sunshine
The city Lilongwe usually sees around 136 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.For a more detailed look at Malawi's conditions throughout the year, check out our Malawi climate page.
Where to go in Malawi in January





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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Malawi?
Lilongwe
In January Lilongwe generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Blantyre
In January Blantyre generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Chintheche
In January Chintheche generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Zomba
In January Zomba generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Mzuzu
In January Mzuzu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is January the best time to visit Malawi?
In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Malawi with often unpleasant weather in Lilongwe.
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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