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Blantyre weather in August (Malawi)

Is August a good time to explore Blantyre weather-wise? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

During August, Blantyre experiences perfect weather, with high temperatures and low rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 27°C, cooling down at night to around 14°C.

Precipitation

Blantyre in August usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 10 mm for the month. As the driest month, you can expect little to no rain. This makes it perfect for outdoor events and activities. Enjoy the freedom from wet weather. Typically around 2 days days of rainfall are expected.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 262 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a prime time to visit Blantyre. April, May, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Blantyre climate page with graphs.

 

Blantyre, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 14°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 6%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 10 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 2 days  
HumidityHumidity 50%  
SunshineSunshine 262 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Malawi in August

Find out more about the weather in Malawi and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

Interested in more climate information?

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