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Lilongwe in November: go or not?

Excellent time. Lilongwe in November scores 8.3/10.

📅 Updated August 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 13.97°S · 33.79°E
⚡ This month's verdict
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Lilongwe · November
8.3
19–31°
Temperature
26%
Rain
8h
Sun
🏛️ Heritage🌧️ Moderate rain☔ Indoor sights
Photo : Chimango Hara via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in November

Autumn in Lilongwe is often underrated: 31.0°F, golden light and declining crowds. An interesting window. Expect rain on 26.0% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if September (9.4/10) remains theoretically better.

November ranks 7 out of 12 months in Lilongwe. Compared to October: 21 pts more rainy days, −2.0h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in November

UV index
9 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
comfortable
14°
Daylight
12.7h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 25
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Is November the right month?

The best month in Lilongwe is September (9.4/10), 1.1 pt higher than November.

See September →See all 12 months →
Context

Our verdict

Lilongwe, capital of Malawi in southern Africa: 990,000 inhabitants. Planned capital built ex-nihilo in the 1970s (previous capital = Zomba and Blantyre remains the economic capital), calmer atmosphere than Lagos-Nairobi-Kampala.

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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a city break.

Country · Malawi

🗣️LanguageEnglish
💶CurrencyKwacha malawite (MK)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery cheap · 1/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeTemperate
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthOctober · 88°F
❄️Coolest monthJune · 75°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJanuary · 79%

🏛️ City break

📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round
🚇Public transportGood
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Location

Where is Lilongwe ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
Malawi
Temperate climate with a 9.4 → 4.5 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
13.97°S · 33.79°E
Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Lilongwe?
September is the best month with 84°F highs, 59°F lows, 9.3h of sunshine and 1.0% rainy days. The months of September & August offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Lilongwe get in September?
Lilongwe averages 9.3 sunshine hours per day in September. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.2/10.
What is the rainiest month in Lilongwe?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Lilongwe in September?
In September, overnight lows reach 59°F, while afternoon highs average 84°F.
Is Lilongwe good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Lilongwe scores 6.1/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains September with a score of 9.2/10.
When should you avoid Lilongwe?
January is the most difficult month to visit Lilongwe, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Lilongwe in November?
The average UV index reaches 9 in November in Lilongwe (very high), with about 12.7h of daylight. Protection essential.