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Chitipa, Malawi
Northern Region · Malawi
Chitipa is a small city in Northern Region, Malawi with a population of 20,011. Elevation: 4,219 ft (1,286 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Chitipa
Chitipa is the capital of Chitipa District, Malawi. It is also known as Fort Hill. It is very near Malawi's tri-point border with Zambia and Tanzania. The town is known for the number of languages spoken there.
People
Climate
| Population | 20,011 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,219 ft (1,286 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.7024°, 33.2697° |
| Timezone | Africa/Blantyre |
| Country | 🇲🇼 Malawi |
| State / Province | Northern Region |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.9 inches (1,089 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chitipa
Chitipa is a small city in Malawi (Northern Region) with a population of 20,011. The city sits at an elevation of 4,219 feet (1,286 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Blantyre.
Climate in Chitipa
Chitipa has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 981 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.6°F |
| 27% above Malawi avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 258 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,219 ft (1,286 m) |
| Area | 3,747.5 sq mi (9,706.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.7024°N, 33.2697°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Blantyre |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Rungwe (77 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Rungwe | Stratovolcano | 2,953 m (9,688 ft) | 1250 | 77 km |
| Kyejo | Stratovolcano | 2,176 m (7,139 ft) | 1800 | 78 km |
| Ngozi | Caldera | 2,614 m (8,576 ft) | 1450 | 85 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (21°C) | 8.6 in | |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 8.5 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 8.7 in | Wettest |
| April | 69°F (20°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 8.4 in |
Chitipa has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 63°F in July to 74°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 42.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (8.7") and August the driest (0.0").
Schools in Chitipa
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chitipa CPSS | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Chitipa
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Restaurants in Chitipa
6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Chitipa
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Chitipa
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Chitipa
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Karonga Airport | KGJ | Medium Airport |
| Chitipa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Isoka Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Chitipa
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Chitipa Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chitipa
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| kerk |
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What is the population of Chitipa?
Chitipa has a population of 20,011 residents and is located in Malawi. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 3,747.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chitipa?
Chitipa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.9 inches.