If you plan to visit Lilongwe in December, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +82°F during the day and approximately 1 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 18 rainy days in the month and around 140 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+82°F
Avg. max. temperature
+57°F
Min.
+93°F
Max.
140 mm
Total precipitation
76%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
4 ⛅️
Cloudy
18 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Lilongwe has OK weather in December.
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Average temperature in Lilongwe in December
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Lilongwe for December based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +93°F during the day to a minimum of +66°F during the night, the temperature in December averages around +86°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 7% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +77°F to +75°F.
Is Lilongwe warm or cold in December?
Lilongwe is typically warm in December.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +86°F to +82°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +68°F to +66°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
December is one of the warmest months in Lilongwe, here is the comparison with other months:
Climate in Lilongwe in December
Lilongwe weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
November
December
January
Avg. temperature
+86°F
+82°F
+79°F
Min. temperature
+57°F
+57°F
+59°F
Max. temperature
+95°F
+93°F
+91°F
Rainfall
42 mm
140 mm
207 mm
Wind
3 m/s
2 m/s
1 m/s
Humidity
61%
76%
83%
Air pressure
1012 HPa
1012 HPa
1011 HPa
Sunny days
6
1
0
Cloudy days
8
4
2
Rainy days
12
18
20
Snowy days
0
0
0
December typically has worse weather conditions compared to November.It’s getting colder in December. From +86°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +82°F.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 42 mm to 140 mm.Humidity rises from 61% to 76%.Winds are calmer in comparison to November, going down from 3 m/s to 2 m/s on average.The days becoming less sunny, going from 6 sunny days in November to 1 in December.
January brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Lilongwe in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Lilongwe is gradually decreasing during December, going from 3 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Lilongwe based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 52% chance of rain on an average day in December, with total rainfall of approximately 129 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 41 mm, which is moderate rain.December is a pretty wet month with over 16 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
December is one of the rainiest months in Lilongwe, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Lilongwe wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 65% chance of precipitation and 207 mm of rainfall per day. June, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 7% chance of precipitation and 1 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last December in Lilongwe?
This is the weather in Lilongwe in December 2024:
1 December
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+77°F
2 December
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+80°F
3 December
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+88°F
4 December
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+88°F
5 December
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+88°F
6 December
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+91°F
7 December
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+85°F
8 December
☀️
+88°F
9 December
☁️
+88°F
10 December
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+88°F
11 December
☀️
+88°F
12 December
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+87°F
13 December
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+93°F
14 December
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+86°F
15 December
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+91°F
16 December
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+90°F
17 December
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+90°F
18 December
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+91°F
19 December
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+93°F
20 December
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+79°F
21 December
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+80°F
22 December
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+80°F
23 December
🌧️
+83°F
24 December
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+86°F
25 December
☀️
+87°F
26 December
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+85°F
27 December
🌧️
+77°F
28 December
☁️
+83°F
29 December
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+82°F
30 December
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+85°F
31 December
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+76°F
In December 2024 Lilongwe had 8 sunny days, 19 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +86°F, with an absolute maximum of +93°F and a minimum of +75°F. The average humidity was 71%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 25%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in December?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Lilongwe climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Lilongwe in December has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1985 (+77°F) and the highest in 2024 (+81°F). The driest year was 2005 with only 452 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1989 with 1183 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Lilongwe in December:
Is December a good time to visit Lilongwe?
It’s always a good time to visit Lilongwe, but the weather is changeable in December, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Lilongwe in December?
December is warm in Lilongwe. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Is Lilongwe rainy in December?
Lilongwe is often rainy in December. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Lilongwe in December?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Lilongwe in December, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Lilongwe, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
