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When to go · Lilongwe

Lilongwe in May

Great month. Dry and mild.

Key facts

Verdict
Great
Temperature
24°C / 11°C
average high / low
Rain days
2
Crowds
Medium
Malawi overall
Prices
Medium
Malawi overall

Verdict

GreatVoykit month rating for Lilongwe

Dry and mild.

Weather in May

Long-term averages
  • LilongweHighs around 24 °C, lows around 11 °C, rain on about 2 days
  • Central plateau and cities, Malawi · Lilongwe, Dedza, Blantyrebest weather

    Pleasant dry winters; storms Dec–Mar and power and fuel shortages at any time.

Dry season season

Clear, sunny days and cool nights; the best window for the city and the lake.

Watch: Cold mornings in June and July.

Crowds and prices

Crowds · Malawi overall
Medium
Prices · Malawi overall
Medium

Malawi overall: Dry season starts; lake visibility improves for snorkelling at Cape Maclear.

What to pack

  • A warm layer for the evenings

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