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Chipeni, Malawi
Central Region · Malawi
Chipeni is a small city in Central Region, Malawi with a population of 10,553. Elevation: 4,672 ft (1,424 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Chipeni
Ntchisi is a town located in the Central Region of Malawi. It is the administrative capital of Ntchisi District.
People
Climate
| Population | 10,553 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,672 ft (1,424 m) |
| Coordinates | -13.4024°, 33.9093° |
| Timezone | Africa/Blantyre |
| Country | 🇲🇼 Malawi |
| State / Province | Central Region |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.6 inches (904 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chipeni
Chipeni is a small city in Malawi (Central Region) with a population of 10,553. The city sits at an elevation of 4,672 feet (1,424 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Blantyre.
Climate in Chipeni
Chipeni has an average annual temperature of 20.5°C (69°F). The hottest month is Nov (25.3°C), the coldest is Jun (16.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1354 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.8°F |
| 22% above Malawi avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 271 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,672 ft (1,424 m) |
| Area | 808.2 sq mi (2,093.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -13.4024°N, 33.9093°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Blantyre |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 9.6 in | Wettest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 8.0 in | |
| March | 67°F (20°C) | 6.4 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 60°F (15°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 62°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 0.3 in | |
| November | 71°F (21°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 7.1 in |
Chipeni has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 59°F in July to 71°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 35.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (9.6") and August the driest (0.0").
Radio Stations near Chipeni
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| RADIO MARIA MALAWI | catholic, religion | AAC+ 32 kbps |
Hotels in Chipeni
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chipeni
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Chipeni
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kamuzu International Airport | LLW | Large Airport |
| Kasungu Airport | KBQ | Small Airport |
| Mponongo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ntchisi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Old Lilongwe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Salima Airport | LMB | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Chipeni?
Chipeni has a population of 10,553 residents and is located in Malawi. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 808.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chipeni?
Chipeni enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.6 inches.