May in Dedza brings high temperatures, with highs of 25°C (77°F) and nights dropping to 14°C (57°F). Rainfall is very low this month, averaging just 14 mm (0.6 in).
If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit.
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Based on 20 years of weather observations in Dedza between 2006 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
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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).
For Dedza in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Where to go in May - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Mangochi
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27°C (81°F) Blantyre26°C (79°F) Lilongwe26°C (79°F) Mulanje26°C (79°F) Chintheche
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