Lake Malawi Map
Interactive map of Lake Malawi with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.
Summary
Lake Malawi is a lake in Mozambique. Lake Malawi is a lake known as a rift valley lake of cichlids.
Right now it is 67°F (20°C) in Lake Malawi with clear sky. It feels like 66°F. Today runs from 67°F to 70°F. Chance of precipitation is 45%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.3/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Lake Malawi is June, July, August, September and October. The climate is temperate. January, February and March tend to be the least comfortable months. November is the warmest month with average highs near 78°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 65°F.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 70°F is in line with the 70°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Lake Malawi today at 8.3/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Lake Malawi
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Coordinates: 12°0′0″S 34°30′0″E (-12, 34.5)
Quick facts about Lake Malawi
| Type | Lake |
|---|---|
| Country | Mozambique |
| Continent | Africa |
| Coordinates | 12°0′0″S 34°30′0″E (-12, 34.5) |
| Maximum depth | 2.316 ft |
| Known for | a rift valley lake of cichlids |
| Local time | 11:48 PM (UTC+02:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August, September and October |
| Climate | Temperate |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Lake Malawi?
Lake Malawi is a lake in Mozambique. Its coordinates are -12, 34.5. It lies in Africa.
What is the weather like in Lake Malawi right now?
It is currently 67°F (20°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 72% and wind is 10 mph.
When is the best time to visit Lake Malawi?
June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Lake Malawi, which has a temperate climate. January, February and March are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Lake Malawi in?
Lake Malawi observes Africa/Maputo (UTC+02:00). The local time is 11:48 PM.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (lakes) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 22, 2026 at 11:48 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
