Liwonde National Park
Liwonde National Park is a national park located in the Southern Region of Malawi. Established in 1973, it covers an area of 548 square kilometers and is one of the most looked-up sights in the country.
Planning a visit
The dry season, lasting from May through October, is the most suitable time for a visit. During these months, rainfall is minimal, with as few as 0 to 3 days of rain per month. Temperatures are milder from June to August, with highs around 25 °C and lows around 14 °C, while September and October see warmer weather with highs reaching 32 °C. The rainy season, running from December through March, brings significant precipitation, with up to 219 mm of rain falling on about 27 days in January.
To reach the park, travelers can fly into Chileka International Airport in Blantyre, which is 102 kilometers away. The park is located 193 kilometers from Lilongwe, the capital of Malawi.
Weather by month
The warmest month is November, with an average high of 33 °C. The wettest is January, with about 219 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 29 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 27 | 25 | 25 | 27 | 30 | 32 | 33 | 30 |
| Average low, °C | 22 | 22 | 21 | 20 | 17 | 15 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 21 | 22 | 22 |
| Rainfall, mm | 219 | 175 | 135 | 35 | 7 | 6 | 7 | 10 | 9 | 15 | 66 | 170 |
| Rainy days | 27 | 23 | 21 | 9 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 11 | 22 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
