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).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Phalombe
Phalombe is a town in Malawi. It is the district capital of Phalombe District.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,040 |
| Population Density | 14 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,513 ft (766 m) |
| Coordinates | -15.8064°, 35.6507° |
| Timezone | Africa/Blantyre |
| Country | 🇲🇼 Malawi |
| State / Province | Southern Region |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 48.4 inches (1,228 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.1°F |
| 32% above Malawi avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,513 ft (766 m) |
| Area | 515.3 sq mi (1,334.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 14/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.8064°S, 35.6507°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Blantyre |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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").
Schools in Phalombe
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Migowi | - | - | - | - |
| 827micheai ps | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Phalombe
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Phalombe
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lauderdale Market | |||||
| Mulanje Market | |||||
| Souvenir's market |
Hotels in Phalombe
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Phalombe
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Phalombe
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Phalombe
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chileka International Airport | BLZ | Large Airport |
| Mecanhelas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Milange Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Zomba Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Phalombe
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Chiringa Post Office |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Phalombe
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Mulanje Cultural Landscape | Cultural | 2025 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Phalombe
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Phalombe Main Mosque |
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Waterfalls Near Phalombe
1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Phalombe.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Entrance Jungle Route |
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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. Annual rainfall totals 48.4 inches.
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