October weather forecast
Malawi

October in Malawi marks the tail end of the warm dry season, with signs of the approaching wet season beginning to appear. Although still minimal, rainfall sees a slight increase, with precipitation levels typically between 10mm (0.39") and 40mm (1.57"). The highland regions, such as the Nyika and Zomba Plateaus, start to experience occasional showers, indicating a break in the prolonged dry spell.

In terms of temperatures, October is among the hottest months of the year in Malawi. The Lower Shire Valley can see temperatures reaching up to 35°C (95°F), making it one of the warmest regions in the country during this period. In contrast, the highland regions continue to experience cooler conditions due to their altitude, with temperatures averaging between 15°C (59°F) and 22°C (71.6°F).

Compared to September, October sees a slight increase in rainfall and maintains high temperatures, signalling the transition from the warm dry season to the wet season. As Malawi moves into November, the wet season commences in full force, bringing significant rainfall and slightly cooler temperatures across the country.

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• Lilongwe - October »
  On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:10 and sunset at 17:46 CAT. In Lilongwe, in October, during 5.7 rainfall days, 12mm (0.47") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Blantyre - October »
  The warmest time of the year in Blantyre, Malawi, is October, with temperatures averaging a high of 32.3°C (90.1°F) and a low of 20.8°C (69.4°F). In Blantyre, during October, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 29mm (1.14") of precipitation.
• Zomba - October »
  October, recognised by an average high temperature of 32.4°C (90.3°F) and a low of 20.7°C (69.3°F), is Zomba's warmest month. In Zomba, during October, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 32mm (1.26") of precipitation.
• Kasungu - October »
  As September transitions into October, Kasungu records an average high-temperature of a hot 30.2°C (86.4°F), showing a gentle shift from the preceding month. In Kasungu during October, the rain falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 5mm (0.2") of precipitation.
• Mangochi - October »
  September and October, with an average relative humidity of 50%, are the least humid months in Mangochi, Malawi. In Mangochi, October is the month with the highest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 33.6°C (92.5°F) and a low of 20.8°C (69.4°F).
• Karonga - October »
  The balance of sunny days and rainy evenings make October one of the most beautiful months in Karonga with the spectacular combination of a bright sun, cheerful cloud formations, and the pleasant chill of light showers. On the first day of October in Karonga sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 17:39.
• Nkhotakota - October »
  While rainfall exhibits a marginal increase from the previous month, October weather remains enjoyable in Nkhotakota. On the last day of October, in Nkhotakota sunrise is at 05:09 and sunset at 17:43 CAT.
• Liwonde - October »
  October is the month that records the highest temperatures in Liwonde, with averages ranging from a high of 33.1°C (91.6°F) to a low of 20.9°C (69.6°F). In Liwonde, during October, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 15mm (0.59") of precipitation.
• Mchinji - October »
  On the first day of October in Mchinji sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 17:44. October, recording an average high temperature of 32.6°C (90.7°F) and a low temperature of 20°C (68°F), is Mchinji's warmest month.
• Dedza - October »
  In Dedza, Malawi, in October, during 8.5 rainfall days, 25mm (0.98") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dedza, October records the average highest temperatures, peaking at 28.7°C (83.7°F) and reaching a low of 18.4°C (65.1°F).