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Livingstonia, Malawi

Northern Region · Malawi

Livingstonia is a small city in Northern Region, Malawi with a population of 5,552. Elevation: 4,439 ft (1,353 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).

5,552 Population 3/sq mi density
4,439 ft Elevation 1,353 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 20°C
52.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Blantyre Timezone

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About Livingstonia

Livingstonia

Livingstonia or Kondowe is a town located in the Northern Region district of Rumphi in Malawi. It is 430 kilometres north of the capital, Lilongwe, and connected by road to Chitimba on the shore of Lake Malawi. Chitumbuka is the predominant language spoken in the area.

People

Population5,552
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)
Rain52.0 in/yr
Sunny Days242/yr
Elevation4,439 ft (1,353 m)
Population5,552
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation4,439 ft (1,353 m)
Coordinates-10.6060°, 34.1079°
TimezoneAfrica/Blantyre
Country🇲🇼 Malawi
State / ProvinceNorthern Region
Average Temperature67°F (20°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation52.0 inches (1,321 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Livingstonia

Livingstonia is a small city in Malawi (Northern Region) with a population of 5,552. The city sits at an elevation of 4,439 feet (1,353 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Blantyre.

Livingstonia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 242 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 52.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,439 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average67.4°F
25% above Malawi avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days242 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,439 ft (1,353 m)
Area2,043.7 sq mi (5,293.1 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-10.6060°N, 34.1079°W
TimezoneAfrica/Blantyre

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.0"
37% above Malawi avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 11.02"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

57 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.5 on May 4, 2024.

Dec 19, 2009 23 km SSW of Karonga, Malawi M6.0 64 km
Dec 8, 2009 6 km WSW of Karonga, Malawi M5.9 77 km
Dec 6, 2009 22 km SSW of Karonga, Malawi M5.8 59 km
Dec 12, 2009 2 km WSW of Karonga, Malawi M5.5 77 km
Dec 6, 2009 26 km S of Karonga, Malawi M5.3 51 km
Dec 6, 2009 12 km SW of Karonga, Malawi M5.2 70 km
Aug 31, 2002 22 km WNW of Mlangali, Tanzania M5.2 99 km
Dec 6, 2009 21 km S of Karonga, Malawi M5.1 57 km
Dec 6, 2009 19 km S of Karonga, Malawi M5.1 58 km
Dec 7, 2009 22 km S of Karonga, Malawi M5.0 57 km
Dec 7, 2009 12 km SW of Karonga, Malawi M5.0 74 km
Dec 7, 2009 Malawi M5.0 62 km
May 21, 2003 30 km ESE of Karonga, Malawi M5.0 66 km
May 17, 1992 12 km NE of Karonga, Malawi M4.9 84 km
Dec 11, 2009 18 km SSW of Karonga, Malawi M4.9 64 km
Mar 14, 2004 18 km WNW of Manda, Tanzania M4.8 42 km
Dec 6, 2009 10 km SSE of Karonga, Malawi M4.8 67 km
May 17, 1992 33 km E of Karonga, Malawi M4.8 74 km
Aug 21, 2004 22 km SW of Manda, Tanzania M4.7 35 km
Dec 11, 2009 11 km SW of Karonga, Malawi M4.6 73 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kyejo (157 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Kyejo Stratovolcano 2,176 m (7,139 ft) 1800 157 km
Rungwe Stratovolcano 2,953 m (9,688 ft) 1250 171 km
Ngozi Caldera 2,614 m (8,576 ft) 1450 190 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 9.1 in
February 70°F (21°C) 7.7 in
March 70°F (21°C) 11.0 in Wettest
April 68°F (20°C) 8.2 in
May 65°F (18°C) 2.9 in
June 62°F (16°C) 0.7 in
July 61°F (16°C) 0.4 in Coldest
August 63°F (17°C) 0.2 in
September 67°F (19°C) 0.2 in Driest
October 71°F (21°C) 0.7 in
November 72°F (22°C) 3.4 in Warmest
December 71°F (22°C) 7.7 in

Livingstonia has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 61°F in July to 72°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 52.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (11.0") and September the driest (0.2").

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Colleges & Universities in Livingstonia

Institution Type Founded Website
Livingstonia Technical College College
University of Livingstonia University

Schools in Livingstonia

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Thekero School
Livingstonia Primary School
Livingstonia CDSS
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Museums in Livingstonia

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Stonehouse Museum
Stonehouse Museum

Hotels in Livingstonia

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chitimba Beach Lodge
Lukwe Lodge

Restaurants in Livingstonia

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

C.K. Lover's Nest Restaurant
Local Restaurant

Airports Near Livingstonia

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Karonga AirportKGJMedium Airport
Chelinda AirfieldCEHSmall Airport
Chilumba Private AirportSmall Airport
Liuli AirportSmall Airport
Mbamba Bay AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Livingstonia

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Livingstonia CCAP

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Waterfalls
1
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Blantyre

🇲🇼 About Malawi

Capital Lilongwe
Population 17,563,749
Area 118,480 km²
GDP (USD) $13,363,669,673
GDP per capita $633
HDI 0.508
Life expectancy 67.4 years
Internet users 18.0%
Urban population 17.0%
Currency MWK (Kwacha)
Languages English, Chewa
Calling code +265
TLD .mw
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Livingstonia

What is the population of Livingstonia?

Livingstonia has a population of 5,552 residents and is located in Malawi. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 2,043.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Livingstonia?

Livingstonia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.0 inches.

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