December weather forecast
Malawi

December in Malawi is well within the wet season, with the country experiencing significant rainfall. Average precipitation levels during this month range from 120mm (4.72") to 250mm (9.84"), marking one of the rainiest periods of the year. The highland regions, including the Nyika and Zomba Plateaus, receive substantial rainfall, which revitalizes their landscapes into a lush green spectacle.

In terms of temperature, December sees minor changes from November. The Lower Shire Valley remains one of the warmest regions with temperatures potentially reaching up to 32°C (89.6°F). The highland regions, in contrast, continue to experience cooler conditions due to their altitude, with average temperatures ranging between 15°C (59°F) and 20°C (68°F).

When compared to November, December's weather showcases an increase in rainfall, marking the full onset of the wet season. As the country moves into the next year, and into January, the wet season reaches its peak, with the highest rainfall and consistent temperatures dominating Malawi's climate.

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• Lilongwe - December »
  In Lilongwe in December, it is raining for 26.1 days, with typically 143mm (5.63") of accumulated precipitation. December has the longest days of the year with an average of 12h and 54min of daylight.
• Blantyre - December »
  Blantyre transitions into December recording an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.2°C (86.4°F), closely aligning with the preceding month's temperature. In Blantyre, during December, the rain falls for 25.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 275mm (10.83") of precipitation.
• Zomba - December »
  Rounding off the year, December in Zomba, Malawi brings a slight relief from November's highs with a drop in temperature and rainfall. On the first day of December in Zomba sunrise is at 04:58 and sunset at 17:56.
• Kasungu - December »
  With an average of 12h and 54min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Kasungu, Malawi. December has the most sunshine of the year in Kasungu with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.
• Mangochi - December »
  In Mangochi, in December, during 14 rainfall days, 172mm (6.77") of precipitation is typically accumulated. With an average of 13h and 0min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Mangochi.
• Karonga - December »
  The month with the longest days in Karonga is December, with an average of 12h and 42min of daylight. In Karonga, in December, it is raining for 22.4 days, with typically 133mm (5.24") of accumulated precipitation.
• Nkhotakota - December »
  December has the longest days of the year in Nkhotakota, with an average of 12h and 54min of daylight. In Nkhotakota, in December, it is raining for 17 days, with typically 274mm (10.79") of accumulated precipitation.
• Liwonde - December »
  In Liwonde in December, during 24.4 rainfall days, 141mm (5.55") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Liwonde, Malawi, measures an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.6°C (87.1°F) in December, nearly consistent with the preceding month.
• Mchinji - December »
  The month with the longest days in Mchinji, Malawi, is December, with an average of 12h and 54min of daylight. In Mchinji, in December, it is raining for 27.8 days, with typically 195mm (7.68") of accumulated precipitation.
• Dedza - December »
  With an average of 13h and 0min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Dedza, Malawi. While wet, Dedza's December is far from gloomy, with ample sunshine piercing the cloud cover and brightening the days.