The climate of Malawi, city by city
This page lists the 23 cities in Malawi for which climate normals are available. Each entry covers temperature, rainfall and how the climate changed between 1940 and 2025, computed from ERA5 reanalysis data.
+1.1 °C since 1940
Frequently asked questions
What is the hottest city in Malawi?
The hottest city in Malawi is Nsanje, with an average annual temperature of 25.0 °C.
What is the coldest city in Malawi?
The coldest city in Malawi is Dedza, with an average annual temperature of 18.6 °C.
What is the wettest city in Malawi?
The wettest city in Malawi is Nkhata Bay, with 2,607 mm of precipitation per year.
Has the climate of Malawi warmed?
Based on its largest cities, Malawi warmed by +1.1 °C between 1940 and 2025.