Weather in Malawi in january 2025

Below, find the the weather forecast for the month of january for most popular cities in Malawi. These predictions are statistics for january from weather reports for over 10 years. The percentage indicates the probability of having the weather indicated.

Average weather in january in Lilongwe

bad weather UV index: 6

Weather at 6am
72°F

Partly Cloudy

30%

Clear/Sunny

16%

Heavy rain

14%

Weather at 12pm
79°F

Moderate rain at times

38%

Partly Cloudy

10%

Clear/Sunny

5%

Weather at 6pm
70°F

Moderate rain at times

41%

Partly Cloudy

7%

Fog

6%

Weather at 3am
67°F

Fog

35%

Moderate rain at times

32%

Heavy rain

16%

Partly Cloudy

10%

More information about the weather in Lilongwe in january



Where to go in Malawi in january?

Where to go in Malawi in january: destination map

Legend: perfect weather good tolerable bad very bad

Where to go in each region in january?

North of Malawi
(Mzuzu, Nkhata Bay, Nyika National Park...)
very bad weather*
77°F to 83°F
South of Malawi
(Lilongwe, Malawi lake, Zomba...)
bad weather*
81°F to 85°F
*over most of the region. Weather may vary locally.


Where should you go in Malawi in january when it comes to the weather?

Remember:
The climate in Malawi in january ranges from tolerable to very bad depending on the region and city.

January is not the best month to visit Malawi. The weather in Nkhata Bay is ok but correct. The sun is not there all the time and you may be faced the rain frequently. Nonetheless, if you don't plan a beach and sun travel in Malawi but rather discovery of heritage or hiking, this climate may be enough. In addition, there are certainly fewer tourists during this period.

But it gets worse: in Lilongwe, Nyika National Park, Nkhotakota, Zomba, Mzuzu, Blantyre and Malawi lake and surrounding areas where the climate is even worse. It is really not advisable to visit these areas this month.


Climate in Malawi in january

Climate in Lilongwe in january

In january, the mean temperature in Lilongwe is 76°F (maximum temperature is 81°F and minimum temperature is 72°F). The climate comfortable here in this month. With 18in over 24 days, you may find yourself often in the rain for your trip. Consider to pack rain clothes.

January
Average temperature 76°F
Highest temperature 81°F
Lowest temperature 72°F
Rainfall 18in
Number of days with rainfall 24 day(s)
(77%)
Humidity 86%
Daily sunshine hours 12
Cloud cover 56%
Length of day 12:51
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net bad
more information about the climate in Lilongwe in january

Climate in Malawi lake in january

In the month of january, the mean temperature in Malawi lake is 79°F (maximum temperature is 83°F and minimum temperature is 77°F). The climate quite pleasant here in january. With 13.3in over 20 days, you will suffer the rain during your journey. Remember to pack Rain coats.

January
Average temperature 79°F
Highest temperature 83°F
Lowest temperature 77°F
Rainfall 13.3in
Number of days with rainfall 20 day(s)
(64%)
Humidity 83%
Daily sunshine hours 13
Cloud cover 45%
Length of day 12:47
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net tolerable
more information about the climate in Malawi lake in january

Climate in Blantyre in january

In the month of january, maximum temperature is 83°F and minimum temperature is 74°F (for an average temperature of 79°F). The climate quite pleasant in this city in the month of january. With 27.4in over 23 days, you will suffer the rain for your journey. Remember to pack rain clothes.

January
Average temperature 79°F
Highest temperature 83°F
Lowest temperature 74°F
Rainfall 27.4in
Number of days with rainfall 23 day(s)
(74%)
Humidity 85%
Daily sunshine hours 12
Cloud cover 51%
Length of day 12:57
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net very bad
more information about the climate in Blantyre in january

Climate in Mzuzu in january

In the month of january, the mean temperature in Mzuzu is 74°F (maximum temperature is 77°F and minimum temperature is 68°F). The climate enjoyable in this location in january. With 24.6in over 26 days, you may find yourself often in the rain throughout your vacations. Remember to pack Rain coats.

January
Average temperature 74°F
Highest temperature 77°F
Lowest temperature 68°F
Rainfall 24.6in
Number of days with rainfall 26 day(s)
(83%)
Humidity 90%
Daily sunshine hours 12
Cloud cover 59%
Length of day 12:43
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net very bad
more information about the climate in Mzuzu in january

Climate in Nkhata Bay in january

In the month of january, the mean temperature in Nkhata Bay is 77°F (maximum temperature is 81°F and minimum temperature is 72°F). The climate is burning in that locality in the month of january. With 19.7in over 23 days, rain is to be feared during your holidays. Remember to pack Rain coats.
With a correct climate, january is okay (but not good month) for traveling in this city in Malawi.

January
Average temperature 77°F
Highest temperature 81°F
Lowest temperature 72°F
Rainfall 19.7in
Number of days with rainfall 23 day(s)
(76%)
Humidity 81%
Daily sunshine hours 12
Cloud cover 44%
Length of day 12:43
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net very bad
more information about the climate in Nkhata Bay in january


All cities in Malawi in january

Lilongwe in januarybad weather
Malawi lake in januarytolerable weather
Blantyre in januaryvery bad weather
Mzuzu in januaryvery bad weather
Nkhata Bay in januaryvery bad weather
Nkhotakota in januarytolerable weather
Nyika National Park in januaryvery bad weather
Zomba in januarybad weather


Weather data for Malawi in january:

Weather data for Malawi in january is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Malawi. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Malawi can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Malawi.


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