October is an ideal time to visit Lilongwe if you're seeking a destination with brilliant weather. Anticipate average maximum temperatures of +84°F and about 15 sunny days, ensuring you'll have ample opportunities to soak up the sunshine. It's worth noting, though, that there may be some rainfall, with approximately 11 mm of precipitation over an average of 7 rainy days. So, prepare your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it's most likely going to be amazing weather. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+84°F
Avg. max. temperature
+54°F
Min.
+95°F
Max.
11 mm
Total precipitation
54%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
15 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
7 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Lilongwe has great weather in October.
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Average temperature in Lilongwe in October
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Lilongwe for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +93°F during the day to a minimum of +59°F during the night, the temperature in October averages around +88°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 21% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +90°F to +82°F.
Is Lilongwe warm or cold in October?
Lilongwe is typically warm in October.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +81°F to +84°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +61°F to +64°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
October is one of the warmest months in Lilongwe, here is the comparison with other months:
Climate in Lilongwe in October
Lilongwe weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
September
October
November
Avg. temperature
+81°F
+84°F
+86°F
Min. temperature
+48°F
+54°F
+57°F
Max. temperature
+90°F
+95°F
+95°F
Rainfall
1 mm
11 mm
42 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Humidity
53%
54%
61%
Air pressure
1016 HPa
1014 HPa
1012 HPa
Sunny days
21
15
6
Cloudy days
7
8
8
Rainy days
2
7
12
Snowy days
0
0
0
October weather is still as great as in September.It’s getting warmer as October arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +81°F to +84°F during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 1 mm to 11 mm.Humidity rises from 53% to 54%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 3 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 21 sunny days in September to 15 in October.
Next month (November) brings a further decline in the weather.
Wind speed in Lilongwe in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Lilongwe is gradually increasing during October, going from 4 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Lilongwe based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 6% chance of rain on an average day in October, with total rainfall of approximately 25 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 18 mm, which is considered light rain.Lilongwe is amazing in October with as little as 2 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how October is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, 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 October in Lilongwe?
This is the weather in Lilongwe in October 2024:
1 October
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+89°F
2 October
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+87°F
3 October
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+79°F
4 October
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+83°F
5 October
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+83°F
6 October
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+86°F
7 October
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+88°F
8 October
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+90°F
9 October
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+90°F
10 October
☀️
+86°F
11 October
☀️
+86°F
12 October
☀️
+90°F
13 October
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+93°F
14 October
☀️
+93°F
15 October
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+90°F
16 October
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+90°F
17 October
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+86°F
18 October
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+82°F
19 October
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+83°F
20 October
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+81°F
21 October
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+84°F
22 October
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+89°F
23 October
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+89°F
24 October
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+90°F
25 October
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+92°F
26 October
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+91°F
27 October
☀️
+87°F
28 October
☁️
+88°F
29 October
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+90°F
30 October
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+86°F
31 October
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+82°F
In October 2024 Lilongwe had 22 sunny days, 9 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +88°F, with an absolute maximum of +93°F and a minimum of +79°F. The average humidity was 55%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 18%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in October?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Lilongwe climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Lilongwe in October 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 October:
Is October a good time to visit Lilongwe?
Yes, October is a great time to go to Lilongwe, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a good time to visit Lilongwe.
Can you sunbathe in Lilongwe in October?
October 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 October?
Lilongwe is usually dry in October. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Lilongwe in October?
The amount of sunny days in Lilongwe during October varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
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.
