Average weather for Malawi in May
It's warm in May in Malawi with an average temperature of 26°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 24°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 12°C and 15°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Malawi with warm temps, averaging around 26°C during the day and nights around 15°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 26°C, with nights around 13°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Malawi is around 25°C, while nighttime temps are about 14°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny.
According to weather history, there is only 4,9 mm of precipitation in May. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Malawi in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
26°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
27°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
24°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
4,9 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
2 days | 14 days | |
April
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.
Is May a good time to visit Malawi?
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Malawi. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 30°C in 2022, Malawi reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 7°C to a highest value of 18°C.
Check out the climate of Malawi for all months and discover the best travel time
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.
Daily Temperature in May in Malawi
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Malawi, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Malawi
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Malawi, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 2 days of precipitation in Malawi.
Daily UV index in May in Malawi
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May 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.
Temperature in May in Malawi over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Malawi, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Malawi over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Malawi, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Malawi
Click on any day in May 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.
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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.
