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Lilongwe weather forecast — today & tomorrow

25°

Clear sky

High: 25° · Low: 11° · Feels like 24°

Clear sky.

Hourly forecast

Now · 25°
16:00 · 25°
17:00 · 24°
18:00 · 21°
19:00 · 20°
20:00 · 18°
21:00 · 17°
22:00 · 16°
23:00 · 16°
00:00 · 15°
01:00 · 14°
02:00 · 13°
03:00 · 13°
04:00 · 12°
05:00 · 12°
06:00 · 11°
07:00 · 13°
08:00 · 16°
09:00 · 20°
10:00 · 22°
11:00 · 24°
12:00 · 25°
13:00 · 26°
14:00 · 26°

14-day forecast

  • Feels like
    25° / 10°
    Precipitation
    0 mm · 0%
    Wind
    15 km/h E
    UV index
    7 · High
    Sun
    6:06 / 17:35

Details

Air quality
35 Fair
PM2.5 8 · PM10 10

Lilongwe's Climate

Lilongwe is the capital of Malawi in southern Africa, set deep inland on the central plateau at around 1,050 m, which tempers its tropical latitude into a mild highland climate. In the Southern Hemisphere, the warm rainy season runs November to April, bringing frequent showers, thunderstorms, high humidity and lush greenery, while the dry season from May to October is clear and largely rain-free. The coolest spell is June–July, with nights dipping to 8–12°C, and the hottest is October–November just before the rains, around 29–32°C. The elevation keeps nights comfortable all year.

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Lilongwe?

The dry season from May to August is best: clear skies, little rain, warm days and pleasantly cool nights.

What are the hottest months in Lilongwe?

October and early November are hottest, just before the rains arrive, with daytime highs typically 29–32°C and muggier air.

When is the rainy season in Lilongwe?

Being in the Southern Hemisphere, the rainy season runs November to April, with frequent afternoon showers and thunderstorms.

Are nights cold in Lilongwe?

Thanks to its roughly 1,050 m elevation, nights stay cool year-round; June and July can drop to 8–12°C, the coolest of the year.

Nearby locations

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