Lengwe National Park
Park Malawi park noted for nyala antelope and dry forests
Park in southern Malawi known for night drives, dry woodland and birdlife; visitors come for guided game safaris, sightings of antelope species and baobab-dotted scenery.
How to Get to Lengwe National Park #
Lengwe is about 80-100 km south of Blantyre by road (approximately a 2-3 hour drive depending on route conditions). Visitors usually arrive by private vehicle or arrange transfers from Blantyre; some lodges offer shuttle services.
Tips for Visiting Lengwe National Park #
- Drive the park's main dirt roads at slow speed; potholes and washboard sections are common and four-wheel drive is helpful.
- Early morning game drives are best for sightings of nyala, kudu and elephants; bring binoculars and insect repellent.
- Stay in park-run or nearby lodges to support conservation efforts and to ensure guided drives by experienced rangers.
Best Time to Visit Lengwe National Park #
May-October (dry season) is the best time for game viewing; the wet season is better for birdwatchers and for green landscapes.
Weather & Climate near Lengwe National Park #
Lengwe National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with hot summers (peaking in November) and warm winters (coldest in June). Temperatures range from 14°C to 35°C. Moderate rainfall (757 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (159 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (149 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall.
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June
June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall.
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July
July is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall.
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August
August is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 12 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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October
October is hot, feeling like 29°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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November
November is the hottest month, feeling like 29°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm).
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December
December is hot, feeling like 31°C. Significant rainfall (139 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
