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Malawi Weather in October

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

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Are you planning a trip a to Malawi in October and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Malawi in October

October in Malawi generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Mzuzu at 28°C (82°F) to very warm in Mangochi at 32°C (90°F). At night it cools down to 21°C (70°F) in Mangochi and 18°C (64°F) in Mzuzu. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

For specific regional insights in Malawi, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Kasungu with an average of 9.7 mm (0.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Chintheche with 58 mm (2.3 in).

Average sunshine

October brings good sunshine to many areas. Lilongwe sees around 283 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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 October

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 October for some of the most popular destinations in Malawi?

Temperature range in Malawi (October)

Precipitation variation in Malawi (October)

Lilongwe

In October Lilongwe generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
296 hours
283 hours
235 hours
Monthly rainfall
2.3 mm (0.1 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
7 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
Climate in Lilongwe →

Blantyre

In October Blantyre generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
272 hours
277 hours
231 hours
Monthly rainfall
11 mm (0.4 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
4 days
9 days
Weather conditions
excellent
very good
very good
Climate in Blantyre →

Chintheche

In October Chintheche generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
288 hours
303 hours
254 hours
Monthly rainfall
15 mm (0.6 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
187 mm (7.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
8 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
mixed
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Zomba

In October Zomba generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
272 hours
277 hours
231 hours
Monthly rainfall
4.4 mm (0.2 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
4 days
8 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
Climate in Zomba →

Kasungu

In October Kasungu generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
1.8 mm (0.1 in)
9.7 mm (0.4 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
8 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lilongwe 31°C (88°F) 18°C (64°F) 13 mm (0.5 in)
Blantyre 32°C (90°F) 20°C (68°F) 33 mm (1.3 in)
Senga 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 17 mm (0.7 in)
Chintheche 29°C (84°F) 23°C (73°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Mangochi 32°C (90°F) 21°C (70°F) 18 mm (0.7 in)
Mzuzu 28°C (82°F) 18°C (64°F) 52 mm (2 in)

Malawi weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Malawi in October?

Expect very good weather across Malawi in October. The popular destination of Lilongwe averages 31°C (88°F) by day and 18°C (64°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Malawi in October?

Lilongwe averages a daytime maximum of 31°C (88°F) in October, with overnight lows close to 18°C (64°F).

Does Malawi get a lot of rain in October?

Not particularly. Lilongwe averages just 13 mm (0.5 in) of rain in October, making it a mostly dry month for Malawi.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Malawi?

In our opinion, October is a good time to visit Malawi with overall excellent weather in Lilongwe.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May, June, July, August and September offering mostly excellent weather in Lilongwe. In contrast, January tends to have mixed weather conditions.

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