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Nkhata Bay, Malawi
Northern Region · Malawi
Nkhata Bay is a small city in Northern Region, Malawi with a population of 16,099. Elevation: 1,795 ft (547 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
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About Nkhata Bay
Nkhata Bay is the capital of the Nkhata Bay District in Malawi. It is on the shore of Lake Malawi, 40 km east of Mzuzu, and is one of the main ports on Lake Malawi. The population of Nkhata Bay was 14,274 according to the 2018 census.
People
Climate
| Population | 16,099 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,795 ft (547 m) |
| Coordinates | -11.6066°, 34.2907° |
| Timezone | Africa/Blantyre |
| Country | 🇲🇼 Malawi |
| State / Province | Northern Region |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 63.7 inches (1,617 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Nkhata Bay
Nkhata Bay is a small city in Malawi (Northern Region) with a population of 16,099. The city sits at an elevation of 1,795 feet (547 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 63.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Blantyre.
Climate in Nkhata Bay
Nkhata Bay has an average annual temperature of 26.5°C (80°F). The hottest month is Nov (30.2°C), the coldest is Jul (22.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1456 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.8°F |
| 35% above Malawi avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 221 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,795 ft (547 m) |
| Area | 2,462.4 sq mi (6,377.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -11.6066°N, 34.2907°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Blantyre |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 9.5 in | |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 7.8 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 13.0 in | Wettest |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 11.1 in | |
| May | 71°F (21°C) | 5.4 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 1.4 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 1.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 0.6 in | |
| November | 78°F (25°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| December | 76°F (25°C) | 9.1 in |
Nkhata Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 66°F in July to 78°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 63.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (13.0") and September the driest (0.2").
Schools in Nkhata Bay
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| chikale school | — | — | — | — |
| chikale school | — | — | — | — |
| chikale school | — | — | — | — |
| chikale school | — | — | — | — |
| ST Augustine CDSS hall | — | — | — | — |
| ST Augustine CDSS class | — | — | — | — |
| ST Augustine CDSS class | — | — | — | — |
| ST Augustine CDSS class | — | — | — | — |
| ST Augustine CDSS office | — | — | — | — |
| Pundu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Pundu Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Chinguluwe FP School | — | — | — | — |
| Chikale School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Nkhata Bay
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Nkhata Bay
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Nkhata bay market place | |||||
| Nkhata Bay Market | |||||
| Nkhata Bay Market | |||||
| Timbiri Market |
Hotels in Nkhata Bay
7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Nkhata Bay
12 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Nkhata Bay
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Nkhata Bay
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Nkhata Bay
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Nkhata Bay
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Nkhata Bay
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mzuzu Airport | ZZU | Medium Airport |
| Chintheche Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Likoma Island Airport | LIX | Small Airport |
| Liuli Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mbamba Bay Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mbinga Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mzimba Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Nkhata Bay
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Nhkata Bay Post Office |
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What is the population of Nkhata Bay?
Nkhata Bay has a population of 16,099 residents and is located in Malawi. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 2,462.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nkhata Bay?
Nkhata Bay has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 221 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 63.7 inches.