Malawi Weather and Climate

The weather on and around Lake Malawi is variable but generally far drier than the rest of the country, with warm to hot days and mild to warm evenings.

At a glance:
· During the summer months from mid-October to the end of April,
..and particularly from January to March, the days are hot (+30°C)
..with frequent rain showers in afternoon.
· April to May the days are warm (+26°C) and dry with pleasant cool
..evenings and light breezes.
· The ‘winter’ months from June to August are dry with warm days
..(+26°C) and cool nights with the occasional strong wind.
· During September and October one can expect hot to very hot days
..(+30°C) and warm nights.
· From November to the beginning of January days are hot to very hot
..(+30°C), with warm nights. One can also expect some early rain
..showers.

During the summer months from mid-October to the end of April, the islands become lush and green with spectacular 360° views across the lake. Rains on the lakeshore and islands keep the dust to a minimum and extinguish any late dry season bush fires. This provides for a sparkling atmosphere and wonderful views. From Likoma Island one can see the forested shores of nearby Mozambique.