January weather forecast
Malawi

January falls squarely in Malawi's wet season, which is marked by significant rainfall and higher humidity levels. This month typically sees some of the heaviest rainfall of the year, with precipitation levels ranging from 200mm (7.87") to 400mm (15.75") across the country. Notably, the highland areas such as Nyika Plateau and Zomba Plateau receive the highest amounts of rainfall, contributing to their lush green landscapes and cooler temperatures, usually between 15°C (59°F) to 20°C (68°F).

In contrast, the weather in the Lower Shire Valley, one of Malawi's hottest regions, can be quite extreme during January. Temperatures here can soar to 38°C (100.4°F), making it one of the warmest places in the country at this time of year.

When compared to December, the previous month, January sees a noticeable increase in rainfall. While temperatures remain relatively stable, the increase in humidity can make January feel hotter and more uncomfortable. Looking ahead to February, weather conditions remain relatively similar to January, with high levels of rainfall and consistent temperatures. However, towards the end of February, the country typically begins to experience a gradual decrease in rainfall as it transitions towards the end of the wet season.

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• Lilongwe - January »
  The month with the most rainfall in Lilongwe is January, when the rain falls for 28.8 days and typically aggregates up to 211mm (8.31") of precipitation. In Lilongwe, during January, the rain falls for 28.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 211mm (8.31") of precipitation.
• Blantyre - January »
  The month with the most rainfall in Blantyre is January, when the rain falls for 27.9 days and typically aggregates up to 358mm (14.09") of precipitation. The month with the most rainfall in Blantyre is January, when the rain falls for 27.9 days and typically aggregates up to 358mm (14.09") of precipitation.
• Zomba - January »
  In Zomba, in January, during 27.4 rainfall days, 283mm (11.14") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In January, the average heat index, which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 34°C (93.2°F).
• Kasungu - January »
  The month with the most rainfall in Kasungu is January, when the rain falls for 28.7 days and typically aggregates up to 203mm (7.99") of precipitation. The month with the most rainfall in Kasungu is January, when the rain falls for 28.7 days and typically aggregates up to 203mm (7.99") of precipitation.
• Mangochi - January »
  On the first day of January in Mangochi sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 18:11. On the first day of January in Mangochi sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 18:11.
• Karonga - January »
  In Karonga, during January, the rain falls for 28.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 187mm (7.36") of precipitation. On the first day of January in Karonga sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 18:08.
• Nkhotakota - January »
  January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Nkhotakota, Malawi. On the last day of January, in Nkhotakota sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 18:16 CAT.
• Liwonde - January »
  In Liwonde, in January, during 27.8 rainfall days, 172mm (6.77") of precipitation is typically accumulated. The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 27.8 days and typically aggregates up to 172mm (6.77") of precipitation.
• Mchinji - January »
  The month with the most rainfall in Mchinji is January, when the rain falls for 29.6 days and typically aggregates up to 217mm (8.54") of precipitation. The month with the most rainfall in Mchinji is January, when the rain falls for 29.6 days and typically aggregates up to 217mm (8.54") of precipitation.
• Dedza - January »
  The month with the most rainfall in Dedza is January, when the rain falls for 28.6 days and typically aggregates up to 322mm (12.68") of precipitation. Transitioning from December, Dedza, Malawi experiences a slight drop in average high temperatures in January, settling at 24.9°C (76.8°F).