SeasonMapMalawi in May
May is one of Malawi's best months (rank 2 of 12): its 3 destinations average 93/100, led by Lilongwe at 97 — 24°C and 1 rainy day — while Nkhata Bay is warmer at 27°C and scores 87.
#2 of 12 months for Malawi · 3 destinations · updated September 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis
Where in Malawi in May
| # | Place | Type | Feels-like high | Rain | Comfort | At its best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lilongwe | City | 24°C | 5 mm · 1 day | 97 tier S | Yes |
| 2 | Blantyre | City | 23°C | 17 mm · 5 days | 95 tier S | Yes |
| 3 | Nkhata Bay | Beach | 27°C | 37 mm · 9 days | 87 tier A | — |
Comfort is SeasonMap's 0–100 score; each place is judged through the lens that suits it — beaches on beach weather, ski resorts on snow. "At its best" means May is one of that place's own top three months. Feels-like highs fold in humidity, wind and sun.