MalawiThe weather in January in Lilongwe
It's warm in January in Lilongwe with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 25°C to a high of 28°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 18°C and 19°C.
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Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in January for Lilongwe, Malawi. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 42°C in 2022, Lilongwe reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 21°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 10°C to a highest value of 21°C.
Rainfall amount
In January, there is an average of 317 mm of precipitation, spread over 29 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in January for Lilongwe
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Lilongwe. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
January weather comparison
| Lilongwe | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 27°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 28°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 18°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 317 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 29 days | 12 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Lilongwe with hot temps, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights around 19°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps drop to around 27°C, with nights around 19°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Lilongwe is around 27°C, while nighttime temps are about 19°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in Lilongwe, Malawi. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Lilongwe
Temperature in January in Lilongwe over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in Lilongwe, Malawi. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in January in Lilongwe
Total precipitation in January in Lilongwe over the years
Daily UV index in January in Lilongwe
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Lilongwe, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Lilongwe by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Lilongwe. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.