MalawiThe climate of Nkhata Bay
The current climate in Nkhata Bay features temperatures ranging from a high of 30°C to a low of 23°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 27°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 17°C and in the warmer months around 25°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Nkhata Bay, Malawi.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Nkhata Bay in recent years was 38°C in December 2021. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 17°C in July 2021.
Rainfall amount
On average, Nkhata Bay receives 2066 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
Best time to visit Nkhata Bay?
The best time to visit Nkhata Bay for sunny weather is May through October. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Nkhata Bay. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
Climate Table of Nkhata Bay
The climate table of Nkhata Bay shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 25 | 24 | 23 | 25 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 29 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 23 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 20 | 18 | 18 | 19 | 22 | 22 | 26 | 25 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 446 | 398 | 359 | 231 | 43 | 22 | 14 | 13 | 6,7 | 56 | 135 | 342 |
| UV Index | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 8 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Nkhata Bay, Malawi. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Nkhata Bay
Yearly Temperature in Nkhata Bay
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Nkhata Bay, 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.
Average Precipitation per Month in Nkhata Bay
Total Yearly Precipitation in Nkhata Bay
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Nkhata Bay, Malawi. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Average UV Index per Month in Nkhata Bay
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Average weather in Nkhata Bay by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Nkhata Bay. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.