Malawi

Malawi Weather in September

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

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Planning a journey to Malawi this September and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Malawi in September

September in Malawi generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is warm in Mzuzu at 26°C (79°F) and very warm in Mangochi at 30°C (86°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 19°C (66°F) in Mangochi and 15°C (59°F) in Mzuzu.

For a closer look at conditions across Malawi, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Kasungu with an average of 1.8 mm (0.1 in) to low rainfall in Mulanje with 16 mm (0.6 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Lilongwe enjoys about 296 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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 September

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 September for some of the most popular destinations in Malawi?

Temperature range in Malawi (September)

Precipitation variation in Malawi (September)

Lilongwe

In September Lilongwe generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
29°C (84°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
264 hours
296 hours
283 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.9 mm (0.1 in)
2.3 mm (0.1 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
2 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Lilongwe →

Blantyre

In September Blantyre generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
30°C (86°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
262 hours
272 hours
277 hours
Monthly rainfall
10 mm (0.4 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
4 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
Climate in Blantyre →

Chintheche

In September Chintheche generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
276 hours
288 hours
303 hours
Monthly rainfall
17 mm (0.7 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
2 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Chintheche →

Zomba

In September Zomba generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
30°C (86°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
262 hours
272 hours
277 hours
Monthly rainfall
3.7 mm (0.1 in)
4.4 mm (0.2 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
4 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Zomba →

Kasungu

In September Kasungu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
30°C (86°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
2 mm (0.1 in)
1.8 mm (0.1 in)
9.7 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
2 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Kasungu →

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In our records: Malawi September extremes

Notable September records observed across cities in Malawi in our climate database (2006 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest September daytime high in Malawi was 14°C (57°F) in Mzuzu on September 3, 2014.

Popular cities in September

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lilongwe 29°C (84°F) 16°C (61°F) 2.3 mm (0.1 in)
Blantyre 30°C (86°F) 17°C (63°F) 11 mm (0.4 in)
Senga 28°C (82°F) 23°C (73°F) 2 mm (0.1 in)
Chintheche 27°C (81°F) 21°C (70°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)
Mangochi 30°C (86°F) 19°C (66°F) 4.1 mm (0.2 in)
Mzuzu 26°C (79°F) 15°C (59°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)

Malawi weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Malawi in September?

September in Malawi brings excellent weather. In Lilongwe, daytime temperatures are typically around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime lows hover near 16°C (61°F).

What is the average temperature in Malawi in September?

Lilongwe averages a daytime maximum of 29°C (84°F) in September, with overnight lows close to 16°C (61°F).

Does Malawi get a lot of rain in September?

September is on the drier side in Malawi. Lilongwe averages only about 2.3 mm (0.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Malawi?

We consider September to be one of the best times to travel to Malawi. Typically, the climate in Lilongwe is excellent.

On average, the best time to visit Malawi is in April, May, June, July, August and September with generally excellent weather in Lilongwe. In contrast, January tends to have mixed weather conditions.

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