Monthly climate averages for Karonga, Malawi. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
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Climate OverviewKaronga, Malawi in May has warm conditions, with highs averaging 24.8°C (77°F). Rain falls on about 12 days this month.
This month falls at the end of Autumn.
Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout May, with daily highs around 25°C (77°F).
Rainfall is heaviest during the first third of the month, while the last third tends to be drier.
The warmest days tend to fall around the 1th, averaging 25.4°C (78°F).
Compared to April, this month is about 1°C cooler with 11 fewer rainy days.
Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)
Daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) are ideal for full-day outdoor exploration. Keep afternoons flexible as tropical showers are common — they typically clear within an hour.
Wet weather can spread across much of the day, so it is best to keep outdoor plans flexible.
Recent yearly records for May have stayed close to the long-run average.
| 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 |
Summer clothing like shorts, t-shirts, and sundresses will be comfortable. Bring a light cardigan for air-conditioned spaces.
A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.
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