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Luchenza, Malawi
Southern Region · Malawi
Luchenza is a small city in Southern Region, Malawi with a population of 14,211. Elevation: 2,238 ft (682 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
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About Luchenza
Luchenza is a town located in the Southern Region district of Thyolo in Malawi.
People
Climate
| Population | 14,211 |
| Population Density | 20 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,238 ft (682 m) |
| Coordinates | -16.0069°, 35.3095° |
| Timezone | Africa/Blantyre |
| Country | 🇲🇼 Malawi |
| State / Province | Southern Region |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 46.2 inches (1,173 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Luchenza
Luchenza is a small city in Malawi (Southern Region) with a population of 14,211. The city sits at an elevation of 2,238 feet (682 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Blantyre.
Climate in Luchenza
Luchenza 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 1266 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.6°F |
| 29% above Malawi avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 252 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,238 ft (682 m) |
| Area | 722.5 sq mi (1,871.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 20/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -16.0069°N, 35.3095°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Blantyre |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 8.2 in | Wettest |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 8.1 in | |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 7.7 in | |
| April | 71°F (21°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 1.2 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 1.1 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 8.0 in |
Luchenza has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 62°F in July to 75°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 46.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (8.2") and September the driest (0.8").
Schools in Luchenza
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mauni Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mauni Community Day Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Green Malata - Childrens Training Village | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Luchenza
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangwe | |||||
| Chikunda | |||||
| Chinakanaka | |||||
| chonde market | |||||
| Lauderdale Market | |||||
| Mulanje Market | |||||
| Nkando Market | |||||
| Souvenir's market | |||||
| Sugarcane market | |||||
| Tondole Market |
Restaurants in Luchenza
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Luchenza
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Luchenza
3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Luchenza
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Luchenza
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Luchenza
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chileka International Airport | BLZ | Large Airport |
| Bangula Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Milange Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nchalo Sucoma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ngabu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zomba Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Luchenza?
Luchenza has a population of 14,211 residents and is located in Malawi. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 722.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Luchenza?
Luchenza enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.2 inches.