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Mchinji, Malawi
Central Region · Malawi
Mchinji is a mid-size city in Central Region, Malawi with a population of 31,592. Elevation: 3,891 ft (1,186 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).
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About Mchinji
Mchinji is a town and the capital of the Mchinji District in the Central Region of Malawi. Mchinji Boma, located 12 kilometres from the Zambian border and 109 km (68 mi) from the national capital, Lilongwe, is the major hub of government and general business. The area's economy is sustained by rain-fed agriculture.
People
Climate
| Population | 31,592 |
| Population Density | 17 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,891 ft (1,186 m) |
| Coordinates | -13.7984°, 32.8802° |
| Timezone | Africa/Blantyre |
| Country | 🇲🇼 Malawi |
| State / Province | Central Region |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.6 inches (1,006 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mchinji
Mchinji is a mid-size city in Malawi (Central Region) with a population of 31,592. The city sits at an elevation of 3,891 feet (1,186 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Blantyre.
Climate in Mchinji
Mchinji has an average annual temperature of 21.1°C (70°F). The hottest month is Nov (26.3°C), the coldest is Jun (16.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1373 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.5°F |
| 27% above Malawi avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 264 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,891 ft (1,186 m) |
| Area | 1,813.9 sq mi (4,697.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 17/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -13.7984°N, 32.8802°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Blantyre |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (21°C) | 9.5 in | Wettest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 8.3 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 6.3 in | |
| April | 69°F (20°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 62°F (16°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| September | 71°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 74°F (24°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 8.7 in |
Mchinji has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 61°F in July to 74°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 39.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (9.5") and August the driest (0.0").
Radio Stations near Mchinji
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 92.1 Capital FM (XK) | 92.1 capital fm, 92.1 fm | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Mchinji
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Market | |||||
| Central Market | |||||
| kapata | |||||
| Kaumbwe Market | |||||
| Magazine Market | |||||
| Nabvutika Market | |||||
| Saturday Market (is actually every day) |
Hotels in Mchinji
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Mchinji
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mchinji
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Mchinji
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Mchinji
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| David Kaunda Stadium |
Airports Near Mchinji
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chipata Airport | CIP | Small Airport |
| Lifupa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mchinji Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mponongo Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Mchinji
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Chipata Health Centre | ||
| Chipata One Stop Centre | ||
| Ejis Professional Medical Centre | ||
| Motala clinic and diagnostic Health centre |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mchinji
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Fax House to God |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Mchinji?
Mchinji has a population of 31,592 residents and is located in Malawi. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 1,813.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mchinji?
Mchinji enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.6 inches.