Best Time to Visit Lilongwe
Best time: Sep, Oct, Aug, Jul.
Nov is warmest (29.5°C high); Jan is rainiest (228 mm).
Lilongwe weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 26.7 | 17.1 | 228 | 7 |
| Feb | 26.7 | 17 | 192 | 7.2 |
| Mar | 26.6 | 16.7 | 134 | 7.9 |
| Apr | 26.4 | 15.1 | 45 | 8 |
| May | 25.2 | 12.2 | 9 | 7.7 |
| Jun | 23.4 | 9.7 | 1 | 6.8 |
| Jul | 23.1 | 9.3 | 2 | 7.1 |
| Aug | 24.8 | 10.8 | 0 | 8.3 |
| Sep | 27.9 | 13.9 | 2 | 9.3 |
| Oct | 29.4 | 16.4 | 9 | 9.9 |
| Nov | 29.5 | 17.8 | 70 | 9.1 |
| Dec | 27.7 | 17.5 | 180 | 7.4 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: SepOctAugJul
Beaches: OctSepAugMay
Hiking: AugSepJunJul
Sightseeing: SepOctAugJul
Lilongwe quick facts
What to pack
Wet months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Dec): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Lilongwe?
Sep, Oct, Aug, Jul.
What is the rainiest month?
Jan, about 228 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Nov, with average highs of 29.5°C.
Where to stay
See Lilongwe hotels · Book Lilongwe tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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