Zomba weather in August (Malawi)

Will it be warm or cold in Zomba this August? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

During August, Zomba is known for its perfect weather, characterized by high temperatures and almost no rainfall. Anticipate daytime highs near 27°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 15°C.

Precipitation

Zomba in August usually receives almost no rainfall, averaging around 3.7 mm for the month. Take advantage of the driest month of the year with its minimal rain. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 2 days will experience rain.

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 favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, August is one of the better months to visit Zomba. April, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Zomba, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 15°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 7%  

Precipitation 3.7 mm  

Rainy days 2 days  

Humidity 50% *  

Sunshine 262 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Blantyre, Malawi (56 KM, 35 Miles).

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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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.

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

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