Malawi, experiences high average maximum daytime temperatures in May, ranging from 24°C (75°F) in Mzuzu to 27°C (81°F) in Kasungu. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in Kasungu and 15°C (59°F) in Mzuzu.
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Lilongwe averages a daytime high of 26°C (79°F) in May, which is high for Malawi.
Nighttime temperatures in Lilongwe typically drop to around 14°C (57°F) in May.
Data insights from our comprehensive database indicate that Kasungu is the city with the highest warmth. Daytime peaks average near 27°C (81°F), while the nights are characterized by a low temperature close to 15°C (59°F).
According to our data, Mzuzu holds the title for the coldest city in Malawi in May. It experiences maximum temperatures of approximately 24°C (75°F) and drops to lows of about 15°C (59°F) during the night.
Lilongwe enjoys approximately 265 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.
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