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Mangochi, Malawi
Southern Region · Malawi
Mangochi is a mid-size city in Southern Region, Malawi with a population of 60,338. Elevation: 1,588 ft (484 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
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About Mangochi
Mangochi is a township in the Southern Region of Malawi. Located near the southern end of Lake Malawi, in colonial times it used to be called Fort Johnston. As of 2018, it has a population of 53,498.
People
Climate
| Population | 60,338 |
| Population Density | 15 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,588 ft (484 m) |
| Coordinates | -14.4782°, 35.2645° |
| Timezone | Africa/Blantyre |
| Country | 🇲🇼 Malawi |
| State / Province | Southern Region |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.3 inches (872 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mangochi
Mangochi is a mid-size city in Malawi (Southern Region) with a population of 60,338. The city sits at an elevation of 1,588 feet (484 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Blantyre.
Climate in Mangochi
Mangochi 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 855 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.1°F |
| 37% above Malawi avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 274 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,588 ft (484 m) |
| Area | 4,116.0 sq mi (10,660.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 15/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.4782°N, 35.2645°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Blantyre |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 8.5 in | Wettest |
| February | 76°F (25°C) | 7.9 in | |
| March | 76°F (24°C) | 5.3 in | |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 0.7 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 0.5 in | |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 6.6 in |
Mangochi has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 67°F in July to 80°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 34.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (8.5") and May the driest (0.3").
Schools in Mangochi
47 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mtambuwa School | — | — | — | — |
| ST John Catholic School | — | — | — | — |
| Chikomwe School | — | — | — | — |
| Msinjiri School | — | — | — | — |
| Mchoka School | — | — | — | — |
| Chaona School | — | — | — | — |
| St AUGUSTINE 3 School | — | — | — | — |
| St Augustine 1 School | — | — | — | — |
| ST Augustine 2 FP School | — | — | — | — |
| Nalikolo School | — | — | — | — |
| Samama School | — | — | — | — |
| Njera School | — | — | — | — |
| Sungusya JP School | — | — | — | — |
| Mpondas School | — | — | — | — |
| Mpinganjira School | — | — | — | — |
| Milambe School | — | — | — | — |
| Mangale School | — | — | — | — |
| Malukula School | — | — | — | — |
| Litete School | — | — | — | — |
| Chipeleka School | — | — | — | — |
| Chimbende School | — | — | — | — |
| Changamire School | — | — | — | — |
| Mangochi Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Monica Girls Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nansenga CDSS | — | — | — | — |
| Mpondasi | — | — | — | — |
| Chaona Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Namakango Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Litete Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Umar-Farook Education Centre | — | — | — | — |
| Faith Pvt High | — | — | — | — |
| Aisha Girls Pvt | — | — | — | — |
| Orama Pvt Seco School | — | — | — | — |
| St Pauls Seminary | — | — | — | — |
| Palmland Pvt School | — | — | — | — |
| Assalam Boys Pvt School | — | — | — | — |
| Changamile Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Monica Girls Sec School | — | — | — | — |
| Mpondas CDSS | — | — | — | — |
| Mangochi Sec. School | — | — | — | — |
| Faith Pvt High | — | — | — | — |
| Sunrise | — | — | — | — |
| Mangochi CCAP | — | — | — | — |
| Joy Pvt Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Chiusi JP School | — | — | — | — |
| Mtamila School | — | — | — | — |
| Chipalamawamba School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Mangochi
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Mangochi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Malawi Museum |
Hotels in Mangochi
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Mangochi
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Mangochi
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Mangochi
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mangochi
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Mangochi
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Mangochi
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Club Makokola Airport | CMK | Small Airport |
| Mandimba Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mecanhelas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Monkey Bay Airport | MYZ | Small Airport |
| Mtakatata Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mvuu Camp Airport | VUU | Small Airport |
| Salima Airport | LMB | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Mangochi
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Malindi post office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mangochi
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Mangochi SDA | |
| Masjid |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Mangochi
3 places within 15 km
- • Chiusi
- • Uzuzu
- • Namizimu Rock
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What is the population of Mangochi?
Mangochi has a population of 60,338 residents and is located in Malawi. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 4,116.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mangochi?
Mangochi 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 67°F in July. The area receives 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.3 inches.