Malawi weather in March
Thinking about venturing to Malawi this March and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Malawi in March?
March in Malawi generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.
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 18°C in Mzuzu.
In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Lilongwe with an average of 131 mm to heavy rainfall in Chintheche with 421 mm. Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 171 hours of sunlight anticipated in Lilongwe. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.
For specific regional insights in Malawi for March, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Malawi climate page.
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What is the weather like in March for the 5 most popular destinations in Malawi?
Average weather in Lilongwe
In March Lilongwe generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Blantyre
In March Blantyre generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Chintheche
In March 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 March Zomba generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Mzuzu
In March Mzuzu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is March the best time to visit Malawi?
In our opinion, March is a good time to visit Malawi with overall pleasant weather in Lilongwe. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May, June, July, August, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Lilongwe. The weather in January, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.
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