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Liwonde, Malawi
Southern Region · Malawi
Liwonde is a mid-size city in Southern Region, Malawi with a population of 41,077. Elevation: 1,637 ft (499 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Liwonde
Liwonde, or Livonde, is a town in the Machinga District of Malawi’s Southern Region. Situated in the Shire River valley, it serves as a key transport and commercial hub connecting the highways between Zomba, Lilongwe, Balaka, Machinga, and Mangochi. As of the 2018 census, the population stood at approximately 36,421
People
Climate
| Population | 41,077 |
| Population Density | 2,887 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,637 ft (499 m) |
| Coordinates | -15.0667°, 35.2254° |
| Timezone | Africa/Blantyre |
| Country | 🇲🇼 Malawi |
| State / Province | Southern Region |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.7 inches (1,008 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Liwonde
Liwonde is a mid-size city in Malawi (Southern Region) with a population of 41,077. The city sits at an elevation of 1,637 feet (499 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Blantyre.
Climate in Liwonde
Liwonde has an average annual temperature of 22.4°C (72°F). The hottest month is Nov (27.2°C), the coldest is Jul (17.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1700 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.8°F |
| 37% above Malawi avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 264 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,637 ft (499 m) |
| Area | 14.2 sq mi (36.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,887/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -15.0667°N, 35.2254°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Blantyre |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 9.1 in | Wettest |
| February | 76°F (25°C) | 7.9 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 5.3 in | |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 0.9 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 1.0 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 6.5 in |
Liwonde has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 66°F in July to 80°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 39.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (9.1") and May the driest (0.5").
Schools in Liwonde
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinguni | - | - | - | - |
| Chinguni primary school | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Liwonde
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liwonde | |||||
| Songani Market |
Hotels in Liwonde
9 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Liwonde
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Liwonde
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Liwonde
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Liwonde
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Liwonde
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Liwonde
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chileka International Airport | BLZ | Large Airport |
| Mandimba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mecanhelas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mvuu Camp Airport | VUU | Small Airport |
| Zomba Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Liwonde
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chinguni outstation |
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What is the population of Liwonde?
Liwonde has a population of 41,077 residents and is located in Malawi. The population density is 2,887 people per square mile, spread across 14.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Liwonde?
Liwonde has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.7 inches.