The weather in March in Malawi
It's warm in March in Malawi 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 17°C and 18°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 March for 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 31°C in 2016, Malawi reached the highest temperature in March over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 12°C to a highest value of 20°C.
Rainfall amount
In March, there is an average of 169 mm of precipitation, spread over 20 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in March for Malawi
Click on any day in March to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Malawi. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
March weather comparison
| Malawi | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 27°C | 11°C |
| Max. temperature | 28°C | 14°C |
| Min. temperature | 17°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 169 mm | 63 mm |
| Rainy days | 20 days | 10 days |
Start of March
The month of March starts in Malawi with hot temps, averaging around 27°C during the day and nights around 18°C.
Mid March
By mid-March, daytime temps stay steady at around 27°C, with nights around 18°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Malawi is around 27°C, while nighttime temps are about 18°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 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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The climate in Malawi is based on weather data from Lilongwe. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Malawi to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in March in Malawi. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in March in Malawi
Temperature in March in Malawi over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in March in 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 March in Malawi
Total precipitation in March in Malawi over the years
Daily UV index in March in Malawi
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in Malawi, 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 Malawi by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Malawi. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.