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Machinga, Malawi
Southern Region · Malawi
Machinga is a small town in Southern Region, Malawi with a population of 1,418. Elevation: 2,520 ft (768 m). Average temperature: 71°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Machinga
Machinga is a town in the Southern Region of Malawi, a landlocked country in Southeastern Africa. It is the administrative capital of Machinga District.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,418 |
| Population Density | 100 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,520 ft (768 m) |
| Coordinates | -15.1685°, 35.3000° |
| Timezone | Africa/Blantyre |
| Country | 🇲🇼 Malawi |
| State / Province | Southern Region |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.3 inches (1,099 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Machinga
Machinga is a small town in Malawi (Southern Region) with a population of 1,418. The city sits at an elevation of 2,520 feet (768 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Blantyre.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.5°F |
| 31% above Malawi avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 258 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,520 ft (768 m) |
| Area | 14.2 sq mi (36.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 100/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -15.1685°N, 35.3000°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Blantyre |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 9.7 in | Wettest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 8.5 in | |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 6.2 in | |
| April | 71°F (21°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 67°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 0.8 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 1.7 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 1.4 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 76°F (25°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 7.5 in |
Machinga has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 63°F in July to 76°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 43.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (9.7") and May the driest (0.6").
Libraries in Machinga
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chancellor College Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chancellor College Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Map Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Machinga
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHAKANZA TRADING CENTRE | |||||
| Chinamwali Market | |||||
| Four ways trading ( Sulumba) | |||||
| Liwonde | |||||
| Local Market | |||||
| Local Market | |||||
| Mpondabwino Market | |||||
| Naisi Trading center Mbatata Holdings Ltd | |||||
| Namadidi trading center | |||||
| Pa dick Trading Center | |||||
| Second Hand Market | |||||
| Songani Market | |||||
| souvenir shops | |||||
| Zomba Market |
Restaurants in Machinga
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Machinga
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Machinga
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chileka International Airport | BLZ | Large Airport |
| Mecanhelas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mvuu Camp Airport | VUU | Small Airport |
| Zomba Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Machinga
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Donald Arden Chapel, Chilema | |
| Mawira |
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What is the population of Machinga?
Machinga has a population of 1,418 residents and is located in Malawi. The population density is 100 people per square mile, spread across 14.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Machinga?
Machinga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 73°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 43.3 inches.