Monthly climate averages for Lilongwe, Malawi. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Cwa Humid Subtropical (dry winter)
Climate OverviewLilongwe, Malawi in May has warm conditions, with highs averaging 24.4°C (76°F). Rain is rare, falling on about 1 days this month. Temperatures drop noticeably between day and night.
This month falls at the end of Autumn.
Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout May, with daily highs around 24°C (75°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°C (77°F).
Compared to April, this month is about 1°C cooler with 5 fewer rainy days.
Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)
Daytime temperatures around 24°C (76°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 May have stayed close to the long-run average.
| Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°C / 18°C | 28°C / 20°C | 25days (240 mm) Wet | 7.9h Good | 84% Humid | 7.8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| February | 26°C / 18°C | 29°C / 20°C | 21days (179 mm) Wet | 9h Good | 85% Humid | 8.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| March | 25°C / 17°C | 28°C / 19°C | 18days (141 mm) Wet | 9.5h Good | 84% Humid | 8.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| April best | 25°C / 16°C | 27°C / 16°C | 6days (31 mm) Good | 10h Excellent | 78% Humid | 7.4 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| May best | 24°C / 13°C | 24°C / 13°C | 1days (5 mm) Excellent | 10.3h Excellent | 68% Muggy | 6.7 High | Excellent | View Details |
| June | 23°C / 12°C | 22°C / 10°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 10.1h Excellent | 64% Muggy | 6.4 High | Excellent | View Details |
| July | 23°C / 11°C | 21°C / 9°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 10h Excellent | 61% Muggy | 6.7 High | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 25°C / 12°C | 24°C / 11°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 10.6h Excellent | 54% Moderate | 7.6 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 28°C / 15°C | 27°C / 14°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 11h Excellent | 48% Moderate | 8.7 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| October best | 30°C / 18°C | 29°C / 17°C | 2days (11 mm) Excellent | 11.1h Excellent | 49% Moderate | 9.1 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| November | 30°C / 19°C | 31°C / 20°C | 8days (44 mm) Wet | 10.9h Excellent | 59% Moderate | 8.7 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| December | 28°C / 19°C | 30°C / 20°C | 17days (146 mm) Wet | 9.6h Good | 74% Muggy | 8.7 Very High | Good | View Details |
Summer clothing like shorts, t-shirts, and sundresses will be comfortable. Bring a light cardigan for air-conditioned spaces.
Temperatures drop significantly at night, so pack layers you can add or remove throughout the day.
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