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Zomba, Malawi
Southern Region · Malawi
Zomba is a large city in Southern Region, Malawi with a population of 118,440. Elevation: 3,114 ft (949 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Zomba
Zomba is a city in southern Malawi, in the Shire Highlands. It is the former capital city of Malawi.
People
Climate
| Population | 118,440 |
| Population Density | 386 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,114 ft (949 m) |
| Coordinates | -15.3860°, 35.3188° |
| Timezone | Africa/Blantyre |
| Country | 🇲🇼 Malawi |
| State / Province | Southern Region |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.6 inches (1,132 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Zomba
Zomba is a large city in Malawi (Southern Region) with a population of 118,440. The city sits at an elevation of 3,114 feet (949 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Blantyre.
Climate in Zomba
Zomba 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 1056 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.3°F |
| 28% above Malawi avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 255 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,114 ft (949 m) |
| Area | 307.1 sq mi (795.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 386/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -15.3860°N, 35.3188°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Blantyre |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 9.9 in | Wettest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 8.7 in | |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 6.6 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 0.8 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 1.2 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 1.3 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 7.9 in |
Zomba has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 62°F in July to 75°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 44.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (9.9") and May the driest (0.7").
Colleges & Universities in Zomba
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centre for Social Research, Chancellor College | College | - | , |
| Domasi Teachers Training College | University | - | , |
| Malawi Police Training College | College | - | , |
| Mubarak Complex College | College | - | , |
| Nasawa technical college | College | - | , |
| Teachers Training Centre | University | - | , |
| University of Malawi - Chancellor College Campus | University | - | Visit → |
| University of Malawi - Chancellor College Campus | University | - | Visit → |
Schools in Zomba
19 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chilumba Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Namikhate School | - | - | - | - |
| Matiya Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ndangopuma L.E.A. Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Zomba Urban Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Malindi Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mlunguzi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mulunguzi Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sir Harry Johnston International School | - | - | - | - |
| Zomba Catholic Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| University of Malawi, administration building | - | - | - | - |
| Senjere Full Privatw School | - | - | - | - |
| Cobbe Barracks CDSS | - | - | - | - |
| Likangala Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Chinamwali girls secondary school | - | - | - | - |
| Ulumba Primary School (CCAP) | - | - | - | - |
| Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Likubula Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Zomba Catholic Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Zomba
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Zomba
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chancellor College Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chancellor College Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Map Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Zomba
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Mile Market | |||||
| CHAKANZA TRADING CENTRE | |||||
| Chinamwali Market | |||||
| Four ways trading ( Sulumba) | |||||
| Local Market | |||||
| Local Market | |||||
| Local Market | |||||
| Local Market | |||||
| Mpondabwino Market | |||||
| Naisi Trading center Mbatata Holdings Ltd | |||||
| Namadidi trading center | |||||
| Pa dick Trading Center | |||||
| Second Hand Market | |||||
| Songani Market | |||||
| souvenir shops | |||||
| Thondwe market | |||||
| Zomba Market |
Hotels in Zomba
12 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Zomba
13 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Zomba
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Zomba
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Zomba
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Zomba
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Zomba
3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Zomba
9 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Zomba
9 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Zomba
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Zomba
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Zomba
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chileka International Airport | BLZ | Large Airport |
| Mecanhelas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Milange Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mvuu Camp Airport | VUU | Small Airport |
| Zomba Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Zomba
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| DHL | |
| Zomba Post Office;Zomba post office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Zomba
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 7Miles Masjid | |
| Baptist Church | |
| Chapel | |
| Lutheran Church | |
| Mulunguzi Community Church | |
| Mulunguzi SDA Church | |
| Sdazi Seventh-day Adventist Church | |
| St. Charles Lwangwa Catholic Parish | |
| Zomba Mosque | |
| Zomba Mosque | |
| Zomba Muslim Association | |
| Zomba Zero CCAP Church |
Explore Near Zomba
Quick Facts
Around Zomba
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Zomba
15 places within 15 km
- • Changwa
- • Chifundi
- • Chiradzulu
- • Malumbe
- • Mulungusi Buttess
- + 6 more
- • Emporer's View
- • Queen's View
- • Songani Lookout
- • Songani Lookout
🇲🇼 About Malawi
Frequently Asked Questions About Zomba
What is the population of Zomba?
Zomba has a population of 118,440 residents and is located in Malawi. The population density is 386 people per square mile, spread across 307.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Zomba?
Zomba enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.6 inches.