Blantyre weather in December (Malawi)

Is December a good time to explore Blantyre weather-wise? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Blantyre includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 30°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 21°C. These temperatures represent the average, but hotter days can occur. Be prepared with light clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Blantyre in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 237 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 16 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 199 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Blantyre. April, May, June, July, August and September generally stand out with 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 December

Min Temperature 21°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 52%  

Precipitation 237 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 74%  

Sunshine 199 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Malawi in December

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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