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Blantyre weather in May (Malawi)

Can you expect sunny skies in Blantyre in May? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

The weather in Blantyre is usually perfect in May, characterized by high temperatures and low rainfall. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 26°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 16°C.

Precipitation

Blantyre in May usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 19 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 4 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

With approximately 262 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May 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 May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 16°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 13%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 19 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 4 days  
HumidityHumidity 68%  
SunshineSunshine 262 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Malawi in May

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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