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Sun & Beach Potential

100/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Best Time

May, June, July

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Avoid

January, February, March, April, December

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Weather

18°C – 25°C

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Precipitation

Seasonal (check heatmap)

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The best time to visit Malawi for a sun and beach holiday is May, June, July. To make the most of your trip, it's a good idea to explore where to stay and what to do in advance.

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Climate Heatmap

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Sun & Beach conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Malawi

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
35Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
24°233
February
35Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
23°210
March
35Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
23°206
April
75Good
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
22°101
May
100Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
20°25
June
100Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
18°11
July
100Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
18°9
August
100Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
20°4
September
100Excellent
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
22°3
October
100Excellent
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
24°18
November
85Excellent
Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
25°76
December
35Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
24°217

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Malawi

When is the best time to visit Malawi for sun & beach?

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The best time to visit Malawi for sun & beach is typically in May, June, July, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Malawi?

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Rainy season typically: December–March. It is generally better to avoid these months for sun & beach.

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Plan your sun & beach holiday to Malawi

Now you know the best time to visit Malawi for a sun and beach holiday — here are the most useful next steps to plan your trip.

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