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<\/a><\/p>\nWhich seasons does Malawi have?<\/h2>\n
Malawi is a relatively small country, but has considerable differences between the high mountains and plateaus, and the lower areas. Roughly speaking, you can distinguish three seasons in Malawi:<\/p>\n
The rainy season from December \u2013 March<\/h3>\n
In the rainy season, also called the green season in Malawi, you really don\u2019t have to worry it rains non-stop. January and February are the wettest months, but even then you still see the sun regularly. The temperatures during the day are an average of between 25-30\u02daC (77-86\u02daF) and at night it doesn\u2019t cool down much, unless there\u2019s maybe a storm.<\/p>\n
The humidity around Lake Malawi and some parts in the south is quite high during this time, but not as extreme as in a rainforest, for example.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s spectacular to watch the lightning over Lake Malawi safely and dry from your accommodation, during a heavy thunderstorm!<\/p>\n
<\/a>Photo credit: Zac Dykstra<\/p><\/div>\n
Pro\u2019s:<\/strong> Nature is beautifully green and you will find the highest number of birds during this time. On safari you will see a lot of young wildlife.<\/p>\n Con\u2019s:<\/strong> In the dense vegetation it\u2019s more difficult to spot wildlife. The animals have water everywhere, so they don’t have to come to the rivers and other drinking places. Moreover, not all roads are passable. Unfortunately, there are more mosquitoes at this time than the rest of the year, so make sure you are protected.<\/p>\n These months are also known as winter. Many people find this an ideal travel time for Malawi! During the day the temperature is 20-25\u02daC (68-77\u02daF). In Malawi, people find this cold, but it is much more pleasant than many days in the Dutch summer. Especially because in the Malawi winter, the sky is always clear blue.<\/p>\n Keep in mind that it can be quite chilly at night. Make sure you have warm clothes with you, especially if you also go to the plateaus or mountain areas. But let’s be honest, after a day in the sun and outdoors, isn’t it great to sit around a campfire or at a fireplace?<\/p>\n Pro\u2019s:<\/strong> This season is perfect for activities such as walking, hiking, mountain biking or horseback riding. Remember that the sun is strong here, so remember your hat! It\u2019s also starting to become easier to spot wildlife on safari, because the tall grass is slowly drying up.<\/p>\n Con\u2019s:<\/strong> Migrating birds disappear and nature is no longer so beautifully green. You need a jacket or sweater in the evening and early mornings.<\/p>\n September is the month in which the annual Lake of Stars festival<\/a> takes place. A bonus reason to visit during this time of the year!<\/em><\/p>\n This is the end of the dry season and the build-up to the rainy season. Temperatures are well above 30\u02daC (86\u02daF) and in the south of Malawi sometimes even higher than 40\u02daC (104\u02daF). If you want to do something active, you\u2019ll have to get up early. You can get a sunburn even in the shade, so protect your skin and drink plenty of water. In November there could be some rain, but this won\u2019t be more than a refreshing shower.<\/p>\nThe dry season from April \u2013 early September<\/h3>\n
<\/a><\/p>\nThe hot season from late September \u2013 November<\/h3>\n