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Ntchisi, Malawi
Central Region · Malawi
Ntchisi is a small city in Central Region, Malawi with a population of 7,918. Elevation: 5,069 ft (1,545 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ntchisi
Ntchisi is a town located in the Central Region of Malawi. It is the administrative capital of Ntchisi District.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,918 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,069 ft (1,545 m) |
| Coordinates | -13.5278°, 33.9149° |
| Timezone | Africa/Blantyre |
| Country | 🇲🇼 Malawi |
| State / Province | Central Region |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.6 inches (905 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ntchisi
Ntchisi is a small city in Malawi (Central Region) with a population of 7,918. The city sits at an elevation of 5,069 feet (1,545 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Blantyre.
Climate in Ntchisi
Ntchisi 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 853 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.7°F |
| 22% above Malawi avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 271 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,069 ft (1,545 m) |
| Area | 1,672.6 sq mi (4,332.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -13.5278°N, 33.9149°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Blantyre |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 9.6 in | Wettest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 7.9 in | |
| March | 67°F (20°C) | 6.3 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 60°F (15°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 0.3 in | |
| November | 71°F (21°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 7.1 in |
Ntchisi has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 59°F in July to 71°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 35.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (9.6") and August the driest (0.0").
Schools in Ntchisi
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mtenthera primary school | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Ntchisi
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timveni Radio | - | MP3 |
Libraries in Ntchisi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ntchisi
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chidothi Market | |||||
| Dowa Town Market | |||||
| Dzaleka Market | |||||
| Market |
Airports Near Ntchisi
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kamuzu International Airport | LLW | Large Airport |
| Kasungu Airport | KBQ | Small Airport |
| Mponongo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mtakatata Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ntchisi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Old Lilongwe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Salima Airport | LMB | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Ntchisi?
Ntchisi has a population of 7,918 residents and is located in Malawi. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 1,672.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ntchisi?
Ntchisi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.6 inches.