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Phalombe, Malawi

Southern Region · Malawi

Phalombe is a small city in Southern Region, Malawi with a population of 7,040. Elevation: 2,513 ft (766 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

7,040 Population 14/sq mi density
2,513 ft Elevation 766 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
48.4 in Annual Rain
Africa / Blantyre Timezone

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About Phalombe

Phalombe is a town in Malawi. It is the district capital of Phalombe District.

People

Population7,040
Density14/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
Rain48.4 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation2,513 ft (766 m)
Population7,040
Population Density14 / sq mi
Elevation2,513 ft (766 m)
Coordinates-15.8064°, 35.6507°
TimezoneAfrica/Blantyre
Country🇲🇼 Malawi
State / ProvinceSouthern Region
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation48.4 inches (1,228 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Phalombe

Phalombe is a small city in Malawi (Southern Region) with a population of 7,040. The city sits at an elevation of 2,513 feet (766 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Blantyre.

Climate in Phalombe

Phalombe 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.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 274.9
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 247.1
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 293.1
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 163.3
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 61.2
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 58.3
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 46.8
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 19.8
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 22.7
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 76.4
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 137.8
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 278.4
Phalombe has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,513 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average71.1°F
32% above Malawi avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,513 ft (766 m)
Area515.3 sq mi (1,334.6 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates-15.8064°N, 35.6507°W
TimezoneAfrica/Blantyre

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.4"
27% above Malawi avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 10.43"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

13 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.5. Most recent: M4.9 on Apr 7, 2022.

Mar 8, 2018 24 km NE of Nsanje, Malawi M5.5 109 km
Mar 8, 2018 25 km ENE of Nsanje, Malawi M4.9 115 km
Apr 7, 2022 40 km E of Nsanje, Malawi M4.9 119 km
Jan 4, 2000 49 km SE of Phalombe, Malawi M4.9 49 km
Mar 17, 2018 22 km NE of Nsanje, Malawi M4.8 112 km
Aug 25, 2015 28 km ENE of Nsanje, Malawi M4.7 115 km
Jan 3, 1998 2 km SE of Blantyre, Malawi M4.6 67 km
May 13, 2012 44 km ESE of Phalombe, Malawi M4.6 45 km
Jun 17, 2015 9 km NNW of Nsanje, Malawi M4.3 123 km
Jun 14, 2012 6 km WNW of Zomba, Malawi M4.3 65 km
Apr 6, 2018 9 km NNE of Nsanje, Malawi M4.1 121 km
Mar 18, 2018 18 km ESE of Nsanje, Malawi M4.1 135 km
Jan 29, 2005 10 km WSW of Zomba, Malawi M4.0 62 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3.

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Freddy Category 3 222 km
1996 Bonita Category 1 254 km
1988 Filao Category 2 271 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 10.4 in Wettest
February 74°F (23°C) 9.2 in
March 73°F (23°C) 7.5 in
April 71°F (22°C) 2.1 in
May 68°F (20°C) 0.9 in
June 64°F (18°C) 1.0 in
July 64°F (18°C) 0.8 in Coldest, Driest
August 66°F (19°C) 1.2 in
September 71°F (22°C) 1.2 in
October 75°F (24°C) 1.9 in
November 77°F (25°C) 3.4 in Warmest
December 75°F (24°C) 8.6 in

Phalombe has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 64°F in July to 77°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 48.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (10.4") and July the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Phalombe

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Migowi - - - -
827micheai ps - - - -
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Radio Stations near Phalombe

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Farmers Markets in Phalombe

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Lauderdale Market
Mulanje Market
Souvenir's market

Hotels in Phalombe

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Thuchila Lodge

Gas Stations in Phalombe

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

MW #327287862

Stadiums & Teams in Phalombe

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Airports Near Phalombe

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chileka International AirportBLZLarge Airport
Mecanhelas Airport-Small Airport
Milange Airport-Small Airport
Zomba Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Phalombe

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Chiringa Post Office

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Phalombe

1 UNESCO sites.

SiteCategoryYear
Mount Mulanje Cultural LandscapeCultural2025

Churches & Religious Organizations in Phalombe

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Phalombe Main Mosque

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Blantyre
Elevation
757 m (2,484 ft)

🇲🇼 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

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Phalombe

Mount Mulanje Cultural Landscape
Cultural · inscribed 2025
This property encompasses the mountain range located in southern Malawi, with the imposing Mount Mulanje—one of the world’s largest inselbergs—and its surrounding environment. Revered as a sacred place inhabited by gods, spirits, and ancestors, it holds deep c...

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Frequently Asked Questions About Phalombe

What is the population of Phalombe?

Phalombe has a population of 7,040 residents and is located in Malawi. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 515.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Phalombe?

Phalombe has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.4 inches.

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