Mulanje, Malawi
Southern Region · Malawi
Mulanje is a small city in Southern Region, Malawi with a population of 16,672. Elevation: 1,998 ft (609 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
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About Mulanje
Mulanje, formerly called Mlanje, is a town in the Southern Region of Malawi, close to the border with Mozambique, to the east. It is near the Mulanje Massif.
People
Climate
| Population | 16,672 |
| Population Density | 17 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,998 ft (609 m) |
| Coordinates | -16.0316°, 35.5000° |
| 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 | 66.5 inches (1,688 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mulanje
Mulanje is a small city in Malawi (Southern Region) with a population of 16,672. The city sits at an elevation of 1,998 feet (609 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 66.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Blantyre.
Climate in Mulanje
Mulanje 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 1680 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.0°F |
| 30% above Malawi avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 215 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,998 ft (609 m) |
| Area | 1,000.3 sq mi (2,590.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 17/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -16.0316°N, 35.5000°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Blantyre |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 10.9 in | |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 10.4 in | |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 11.6 in | Wettest |
| April | 71°F (21°C) | 6.3 in | |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 1.1 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 5.1 in | Warmest |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 10.9 in |
Mulanje has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 62°F in July to 75°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 66.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (11.6") and September the driest (1.0").
Schools in Mulanje
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apatsa Privat Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Changoni Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mapareka Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Misanjo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Chanunka FP School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Mulanje
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Mulanje
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinakanaka | |||||
| chonde market | |||||
| Lauderdale Market | |||||
| Marketplace | |||||
| Mulanje Market | |||||
| Nkando Market | |||||
| Souvenir's market | |||||
| Xadreque |
Hotels in Mulanje
7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Mulanje
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Mulanje
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mulanje
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Mulanje
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Mulanje
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Mulanje
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Mulanje
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 |
Post Offices in Mulanje
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Mulanje Post Office |
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What is the population of Mulanje?
Mulanje has a population of 16,672 residents and is located in Malawi. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 1,000.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mulanje?
Mulanje 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 215 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 66.5 inches.
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