May Rainfall and Precipitation in Malawi

Monthly rainfall totals, rainy days and the driest cities across Malawi in May.

Malawi experiences precipitation in May ranging from low in Kasungu (5.2 mm (0.2 in)) to moderate in Mzuzu (62 mm (2.4 in)).

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Best Places to Visit in Malawi in May

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in May: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

Malawi precipitation in May: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Malawi receive in May?

Lilongwe sees moderate rainfall in May, averaging around 6.1 mm (0.2 in). Most days stay dry, with the occasional shower.

How many days does it rain in Malawi in May?

Expect around 2 days rainy days in Lilongwe during May.

Is May part of the rainy season in Malawi?

May is generally a drier month for Malawi, falling outside the main rainy season.

What is the wettest city in May in Malawi?

Looking at our data, Mzuzu tops the wettest-cities list in Malawi for May, with monthly rainfall averaging 62 mm (2.4 in).

What is the driest city in May in Malawi?

The driest place is Kasungu with an average rainfall of 5.2 mm (0.2 in) according to our data.

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