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Monkey Bay, Malawi
Southern Region · Malawi
Monkey Bay is a small city in Southern Region, Malawi with a population of 16,867. Elevation: 1,588 ft (484 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Monkey Bay
Monkey Bay or Lusumbwe is a town in Mangochi which is in the Mangochi District in the Southern Region of Malawi. The town is on the shore of Lake Malawi and is one of the main ports on Lake Malawi. The population of Monkey Bay was 14,955 according to the 2018 census. Monkey Bay is 206 kilometres (128 mi) from Lilongwe, Malawi's capital city, and 253 kilometres (157 mi) from Blantyre. Monkey Bay is a tourist resort and is often travelled through on the road to Cape Maclear.
People
Climate
| Population | 16,867 |
| Population Density | 27 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,588 ft (484 m) |
| Coordinates | -14.0824°, 34.9165° |
| Timezone | Africa/Blantyre |
| Country | 🇲🇼 Malawi |
| State / Province | Southern Region |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.2 inches (945 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Monkey Bay
Monkey Bay is a small city in Malawi (Southern Region) with a population of 16,867. 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 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Blantyre.
Climate in Monkey Bay
Monkey Bay has an average annual temperature of 24.5°C (76°F). The hottest month is Nov (29°C), the coldest is Jul (20.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1393 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.2°F |
| 37% above Malawi avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 268 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,588 ft (484 m) |
| Area | 624.5 sq mi (1,617.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 27/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.0824°N, 34.9165°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Blantyre |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 10.1 in | Wettest |
| February | 76°F (25°C) | 8.4 in | |
| March | 76°F (25°C) | 5.6 in | |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 69°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 0.7 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 7.6 in |
Monkey Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 68°F in July to 79°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 37.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (10.1") and June the driest (0.2").
Schools in Monkey Bay
23 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monkey Bay | - | - | - | - |
| Mbwadzulu School | - | - | - | - |
| Namazizi School | - | - | - | - |
| Nankhwali Catholic FP School | - | - | - | - |
| Zambo School | - | - | - | - |
| Mponya School | - | - | - | - |
| Msaka School | - | - | - | - |
| Kankhande School | - | - | - | - |
| Marine Unit School | - | - | - | - |
| MTO Full Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Luwi School | - | - | - | - |
| St Louis School | - | - | - | - |
| Lisumbwi Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Cape Maclear | - | - | - | - |
| Lisumbwi Sec. School | - | - | - | - |
| Monkey Bay CDSS | - | - | - | - |
| Nankhwali CDSS | - | - | - | - |
| Monkey Bay Pvt School | - | - | - | - |
| Lisumbwi Open Sec School | - | - | - | - |
| Monkey Bay Open | - | - | - | - |
| Cape Maclear CDSS | - | - | - | - |
| Monkey Bay Primarily School | - | - | - | - |
| Monkey Bay Pre-High School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Monkey Bay
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Monkey Bay
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| market |
Hotels in Monkey Bay
18 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Monkey Bay
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Monkey Bay
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Monkey Bay
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Monkey Bay
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Monkey Bay
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Monkey Bay
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Club Makokola Airport | CMK | Small Airport |
| Mandimba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Monkey Bay Airport | MYZ | Small Airport |
| Mtakatata Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Salima Airport | LMB | Small Airport |
| Ulongwe Airport | - | Small Airport |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Monkey Bay
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Malawi National Park | Natural | 1984 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Monkey Bay
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Catholic Church | |
| Mosque |
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What is the population of Monkey Bay?
Monkey Bay has a population of 16,867 residents and is located in Malawi. The population density is 27 people per square mile, spread across 624.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Monkey Bay?
Monkey Bay 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 68°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.2 inches.