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Kasungu, Malawi
Central Region · Malawi
Kasungu is a mid-size city in Central Region, Malawi with a population of 66,152. Elevation: 3,448 ft (1,051 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).
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About Kasungu
Kasungu is a town in the Kasungu District of the Central Region of Malawi. The population of Kasungu was 58,653 according to the 2018 census.
Kasungu is approximately 130 kilometres (81 mi) north-west of the capital of Malawi, Lilongwe, and is 35 kilometres (22 mi) east of Kasungu National Park. The main industry in Kasungu is tobacco-growing.
People
Climate
| Population | 66,152 |
| Population Density | 16 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,448 ft (1,051 m) |
| Coordinates | -13.0333°, 33.4833° |
| Timezone | Africa/Blantyre |
| Country | 🇲🇼 Malawi |
| State / Province | Central Region |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.4 inches (823 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kasungu
Kasungu is a mid-size city in Malawi (Central Region) with a population of 66,152. The city sits at an elevation of 3,448 feet (1,051 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Blantyre.
Climate in Kasungu
Kasungu has an average annual temperature of 21.1°C (70°F). The hottest month is Nov (25.7°C), the coldest is Jun (16.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1376 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.4°F |
| 29% above Malawi avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 277 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,448 ft (1,051 m) |
| Area | 4,104.9 sq mi (10,631.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 16/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -13.0333°N, 33.4833°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Blantyre |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 8.2 in | Wettest |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 8.0 in | |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 4.9 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 0.3 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 7.3 in |
Kasungu has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 62°F in July to 75°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 32.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (8.2") and August the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Kasungu
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kasungu Teacher Training College | College | — | — |
| Kasungu TTC | College | — | — |
Schools in Kasungu
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kamuzu LEA | — | — | — | — |
| Chankhanga Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Loyola Jesuit Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
Hotels in Kasungu
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kasungu
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Kasungu
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kasungu
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kasungu
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Kasungu
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kasungu
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dwangwa Airport | DWA | Medium Airport |
| Kasungu Airport | KBQ | Small Airport |
| Lifupa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lundazi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ntchisi Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kasungu
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| ELEVENTH HOUR CHURCH | |
| GLORIOUS FREEDOM OF CHRIST INTERNATIONAL MINISTRIES | |
| Kasungu CCAP | |
| Katema Assemblies of God | |
| Mtsita CCAP Nkhoma synod(Katema CCAP) |
Quick Facts
Around Kasungu
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Kasungu
1 places within 15 km
- • Kasungu Mountain
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What is the population of Kasungu?
Kasungu has a population of 66,152 residents and is located in Malawi. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 4,104.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kasungu?
Kasungu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.4 inches.