Lilongwe weather in October (Malawi)

Curious about the October weather in Lilongwe? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In Lilongwe the weather in October is generally perfect, with very high temperatures and low rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 31°C, while night temperatures can drop to 18°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.

Lilongwe in October usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 13 mm for the month. Typically around 2 days of rainfall is expected.

With around 283 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, October is a great time to visit. April, May, June, July, August, September and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Lilongwe, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 18°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 6%  

Precipitation 13 mm  

Rainy days 2 days  

Humidity 53%  

Sunshine 283 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Malawi in October

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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 Lilongwe in October?

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 in October.

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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Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Malawi? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Malawi. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.