Temperatures in May
It's warm in May in Malawi with an average temperature of 26°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 24°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 12°C and 15°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Malawi in May. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Malawi with warm temperatures, averaging around 26°C during the day and nights close to 15°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 26°C, with nights close to 13°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Malawi will be around 25°C, with nights close to 14°C. No precipitation expected, with plenty of sunshine on the horizon.
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Precipitation in May
According to weather history, there is only 4,9 mm of precipitation in May. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
The average chance of precipitation is only 8% in May.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in May for Malawi. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Malawi in May |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
26°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
27°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
24°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
4,9 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
2 days | 8 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Malawi?
Want nice weather? Then May is a great time to be in Malawi. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Malawi in May
With 30°C, Malawi hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2022. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2021. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 7°C to a high of 18°C.
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The climate of Malawi is based on weather data from Lilongwe. Other locations might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Malawi for a full picture of the climate.
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Daily Temperature in May in Malawi
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Malawi, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Malawi
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Malawi, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect around 2 days of rain in Malawi.
Daily UV Index in May in Malawi
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Malawi, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Malawi Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Malawi, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Malawi Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Malawi, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in May for Malawi
Click on a specific day in May for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Malawi. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Malawi by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Malawi. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
