February weather forecast
Lilongwe, Malawi

Clear skies above a minaret mosque tower in Lilongwe, Malawi
Clear skies above a minaret mosque tower in Lilongwe, Malawi

February

Weather in February

Lilongwe experiences similar climatic conditions in February as the previous month, with the city staying humid and rainy. Moving from January to February, the region does not see a significant shift in weather parameters. Although rainfall drops slightly to 205mm (8.07"), the slightly lower temperatures and relatively stable pressure make for a pleasant month. The end of February marks a subtle transition to drier conditions. By this time of the year, locals are looking forward to the slow disappearance of torrential rains.

Temperature

The initiation of February records an average high-temperature of a still warm 25.8°C (78.4°F), displaying a near consistency with the previous month. During the nights in February, Lilongwe experiences a consistent average temperature of 17°C (62.6°F).

Humidity

The most humid month is February, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 26.1 days. Throughout February, 205mm (8.07") of precipitation is accumulated. In Lilongwe, Malawi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.7 days and collects up to 807mm (31.77") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Lilongwe, the average length of the day in February is 12h and 33min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:08 CAT.

Sunshine

In Lilongwe, Malawi, the average sunshine in February is 8.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through July, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in February translates into this advice:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in February?
The average high-temperature, in February, in Lilongwe, is 25.8°C (78.4°F), while the average low-temperature is 17°C (62.6°F).
What is the most humid month?
February is the most humid month in Lilongwe, with an average relative humidity of 86%.
What is the average humidity in February?
The average relative humidity in February is 86%.
How many days does it rain in February?
In Lilongwe, in February, it is raining for 26.1 days, with typically 205mm (8.07") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in February?
In February, the average day length is 12h and 33min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Lilongwe?
In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:08 CAT.
How long on average sun shines in February?
In Lilongwe, the average sunshine duration in February is 8.3h.
When is the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January through July, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
What is the UV index reading in February?
In Lilongwe, Malawi, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in February
Lilongwe, Malawi
  • Average high temperature in February: 25.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (30.6°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (23.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: 17°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (19.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.9°C).

Average pressure in February
Lilongwe, Malawi
  • Average pressure in February: 1011.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011mbar).

Average wind speed in February
Lilongwe, Malawi
  • Average wind speed in February: 6.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6.2km/h).

Average humidity in February
Lilongwe, Malawi
  • Average humidity in February: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (44%).

Average rainfall in February
Lilongwe, Malawi
  • Average rainfall in February: 205mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (211mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (1mm).

Average rainfall days in February
Lilongwe, Malawi
  • Average rainfall days in February: 26.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (28.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.3 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Lilongwe, Malawi
  • Average daylight in February: 12h and 3min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in February
Lilongwe, Malawi
  • Average sunshine days in February: 1.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (28.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (1.4 days).

Average UV index in February
Lilongwe, Malawi
  • Average UV index in February: 5

The months with the highest UV index are August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June and July (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in February
Lilongwe, Malawi
  • Average cloud cover in February: 59

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in February
Lilongwe, Malawi
  • Average visibility in February: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and April (7km).

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