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August is an excellent month in Karonga

Climate Overview

Karonga, Malawi in August has warm conditions, with highs averaging 25°C (77°F). Rain is rare, falling on about 3 days this month.

This month falls at the end of Winter.

Daily highs in August gradually rise from around 24°C (75°F) at the start to 26°C (79°F) by month's end.

Rainfall is heaviest during the first third of the month, while the middle tends to be drier.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 29th, averaging 26.3°C (79°F).

Compared to July, this month is about 2°C warmer with 2 fewer rainy days. Temperatures will rise further into September.

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Monthly August Averages

Temperature
25°C / 18°C
Feels Like
27°C / 18°C
Rain
3 days · 10 mm
Sunshine
10.9h / day
Humidity
66% — Humid
Wind
11 km/h
Wind Direction
SE (130°)
Gusts
34 km/h
Daylight
11.8 h
Cloud Cover
28%
Clear Sky Days
11.6
UV Index
8 — Very High
Dew Point
15°C — Comfortable
Moon Phase
Waxing Crescent · 3%

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Daily Precipitation

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Daily Sunshine

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Daily Wind Speed

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Sun Position
Sunrise 05:57
Daylight 11.8h
Sunset 17:44

What to Expect

Daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) are ideal for full-day outdoor exploration.

Rain is uncommon in this month, so most days stay dry from morning through evening.

Recent yearly records for August have stayed close to the long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Wet
Temp
27°C / 22°C
Feels Like
32°C / 25°C
Rain
26days (424 mm) Wet
Sun
7.8h Good
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
7.4 Very High
February
Wet
Temp
27°C / 22°C
Feels Like
33°C / 26°C
Rain
21days (339 mm) Wet
Sun
8.3h Good
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
8.5 Very High
March
Wet
Temp
27°C / 22°C
Feels Like
32°C / 26°C
Rain
25days (292 mm) Wet
Sun
8.5h Good
Humidity
83% Humid
UV
8.5 Very High
April
Wet
Temp
26°C / 22°C
Feels Like
30°C / 25°C
Rain
23days (130 mm) Wet
Sun
9.7h Good
Humidity
82% Humid
UV
8.3 Very High
May best
Excellent
Temp
25°C / 19°C
Feels Like
27°C / 21°C
Rain
12days (39 mm) Wet
Sun
10.4h Excellent
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
7.2 Very High
June best
Excellent
Temp
23°C / 17°C
Feels Like
25°C / 18°C
Rain
6days (20 mm) Good
Sun
10.4h Excellent
Humidity
75% Muggy
UV
6.9 High
July best
Excellent
Temp
23°C / 16°C
Feels Like
24°C / 16°C
Rain
5days (17 mm) Good
Sun
10.3h Excellent
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
7.1 Very High
August best
Excellent
Temp
25°C / 18°C
Feels Like
27°C / 18°C
Rain
3days (10 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.9h Excellent
Humidity
66% Muggy
UV
8 Very High
September best
Excellent
Temp
28°C / 20°C
Feels Like
30°C / 21°C
Rain
2days (6 mm) Excellent
Sun
11.1h Excellent
Humidity
60% Moderate
UV
8.9 Very High
October
Good
Temp
30°C / 22°C
Feels Like
32°C / 24°C
Rain
4days (18 mm) Good
Sun
11.3h Excellent
Humidity
59% Moderate
UV
9.4 Very High
November
Good
Temp
30°C / 23°C
Feels Like
34°C / 25°C
Rain
10days (55 mm) Wet
Sun
11h Excellent
Humidity
65% Muggy
UV
9.4 Very High
December
Wet
Temp
28°C / 22°C
Feels Like
32°C / 26°C
Rain
19days (201 mm) Wet
Sun
9.2h Good
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
8.5 Very High
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 27°C / 22°C 32°C / 25°C 26days (424 mm) Wet 7.8h Good 81% Humid 7.4 Very High Wet View Details
February 27°C / 22°C 33°C / 26°C 21days (339 mm) Wet 8.3h Good 81% Humid 8.5 Very High Wet View Details
March 27°C / 22°C 32°C / 26°C 25days (292 mm) Wet 8.5h Good 83% Humid 8.5 Very High Wet View Details
April 26°C / 22°C 30°C / 25°C 23days (130 mm) Wet 9.7h Good 82% Humid 8.3 Very High Wet View Details
May best 25°C / 19°C 27°C / 21°C 12days (39 mm) Wet 10.4h Excellent 77% Humid 7.2 Very High Excellent View Details
June best 23°C / 17°C 25°C / 18°C 6days (20 mm) Good 10.4h Excellent 75% Muggy 6.9 High Excellent View Details
July best 23°C / 16°C 24°C / 16°C 5days (17 mm) Good 10.3h Excellent 73% Muggy 7.1 Very High Excellent View Details
August best 25°C / 18°C 27°C / 18°C 3days (10 mm) Excellent 10.9h Excellent 66% Muggy 8 Very High Excellent View Details
September best 28°C / 20°C 30°C / 21°C 2days (6 mm) Excellent 11.1h Excellent 60% Moderate 8.9 Very High Excellent View Details
October 30°C / 22°C 32°C / 24°C 4days (18 mm) Good 11.3h Excellent 59% Moderate 9.4 Very High Good View Details
November 30°C / 23°C 34°C / 25°C 10days (55 mm) Wet 11h Excellent 65% Muggy 9.4 Very High Good View Details
December 28°C / 22°C 32°C / 26°C 19days (201 mm) Wet 9.2h Good 76% Humid 8.5 Very High Wet View Details

What to Wear

Summer clothing like shorts, t-shirts, and sundresses will be comfortable. Bring a light cardigan for air-conditioned spaces.

Packing List

Breathable clothingSunscreen (SPF 30+)Sun hatSunglassesComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

August is typically excellent for visiting Karonga, with average highs of 25°C (77°F) and around 3 rainy days. Karonga, Malawi in August has warm conditions, with highs averaging 25°C (77°F). Rain is rare, falling on about 3 days t
Karonga typically sees around 3 rainy days in August with 10 mm (0.4 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Evenings in Karonga during August are mild at 18°C (64°F). A light cardigan is usually enough.
With highs of 25°C (77°F) and lows of 18°C (64°F) in August, we recommend: Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Comfortable walking shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
Yes, August offers some of the best weather conditions in Karonga with comfortable temperatures and lower chances of rain.
The average UV index in Karonga during August is 8 (very high). Strong sun protection is essential — SPF 50+, protective clothing, and avoid prolonged outdoor exposure during peak hours.
Karonga gets approximately 12 hours of daylight per day in August, with around 11 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Karonga during August based on 10-year climate averages.

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