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Neno, Malawi

Southern Region · Malawi

Neno is a small town in Southern Region, Malawi with a population of 2,283. Elevation: 2,976 ft (907 m). Average temperature: 71°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,283 Population 5/sq mi density
2,976 ft Elevation 907 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 21°C
43.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Blantyre Timezone

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About Neno

Neno is a town in the Southern Region of Malawi. It is the administrative capital of Neno District.

People

Population2,283
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (21°C)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Sunny Days327/yr
Elevation2,976 ft (907 m)
Population2,283
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation2,976 ft (907 m)
Coordinates-15.3981°, 34.6534°
TimezoneAfrica/Blantyre
Country🇲🇼 Malawi
State / ProvinceSouthern Region
Average Temperature71°F (21°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation43.5 inches (1,105 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Neno

Neno is a small town in Malawi (Southern Region) with a population of 2,283. The city sits at an elevation of 2,976 feet (907 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Blantyre.

Neno has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 327 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,976 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average70.6°F
31% above Malawi avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days327 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,976 ft (907 m)
Area453.3 sq mi (1,174.0 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-15.3981°N, 34.6534°W
TimezoneAfrica/Blantyre

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.5"
14% above Malawi avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 9.20"
Driest Month (May) 0.60"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.5 on Jan 30, 2025.

Aug 30, 1996 59 km WNW of Mwanza, Malawi M4.7 67 km
Jan 3, 1998 2 km SE of Blantyre, Malawi M4.6 60 km
Jan 30, 2025 35 km S of Monkey Bay, Malawi M4.5 113 km
Jun 14, 2012 6 km WNW of Zomba, Malawi M4.3 65 km
Jan 29, 2005 10 km WSW of Zomba, Malawi M4.0 62 km
May 5, 2022 72 km SW of Dedza, Malawi M3.9 104 km
Apr 9, 2000 43 km SSW of Monkey Bay, Malawi M3.9 107 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 9.2 in Wettest
February 73°F (23°C) 8.1 in
March 72°F (22°C) 6.2 in
April 71°F (22°C) 2.0 in
May 67°F (20°C) 0.6 in Driest
June 64°F (18°C) 0.6 in
July 63°F (17°C) 0.6 in Coldest
August 66°F (19°C) 0.9 in
September 71°F (22°C) 0.8 in
October 75°F (24°C) 1.1 in
November 76°F (24°C) 3.3 in Warmest
December 74°F (23°C) 7.8 in

Neno has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 63°F in July to 76°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 41.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (9.2") and May the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Neno

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Chiwale Day Secondary School - - - -
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Farmers Markets in Neno

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mwanza Market
Mwanza Market

Banks in Neno

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

MSB
NBS
Opportunity Bank

Airports Near Neno

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chileka International AirportBLZLarge Airport
Mvuu Camp AirportVUUSmall Airport
Ulongwe Airport-Small Airport
Zomba Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Neno

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CCAP Blantyre Synod
Chikonde SDA Church

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Waterfalls
2
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Blantyre

🇲🇼 About Malawi

Capital Lilongwe
Population 17,563,749
Area 118,480 km²
GDP (USD) $13,363,669,673
GDP per capita $633
HDI 0.508
Life expectancy 67.4 years
Internet users 18.0%
Urban population 17.0%
Currency MWK (Kwacha)
Languages English, Chewa
Calling code +265
TLD .mw
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Neno

What is the population of Neno?

Neno has a population of 2,283 residents and is located in Malawi. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 453.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Neno?

Neno has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 327 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.5 inches.

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