Lake Malawi National Park, Malawi: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Lake Malawi National Park, Malawi? If you're planning to go to Lake Malawi National Park, here is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Lake Malawi National Park
- Important essentials for Lake Malawi National Park
- Activities for Lake Malawi National Park
- Lake Malawi National Park in January: weather and what to pack
- Lake Malawi National Park in February: weather and what to pack
- Lake Malawi National Park in March: weather and what to pack
- Lake Malawi National Park in April: weather and what to pack
- Lake Malawi National Park in May: weather and what to pack
- Lake Malawi National Park in June: weather and what to pack
- Lake Malawi National Park in July: weather and what to pack
- Lake Malawi National Park in August: weather and what to pack
- Lake Malawi National Park in September: weather and what to pack
- Lake Malawi National Park in October: weather and what to pack
- Lake Malawi National Park in November: weather and what to pack
- Lake Malawi National Park in December: weather and what to pack

About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Lake Malawi National Park, Malawi
Based on the climate and weather in Lake Malawi National Park, the best time to go is October. See below for details.
Important essentials for Lake Malawi National Park, Malawi
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Lake Malawi National Park, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks are not available for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
Travel insurance
If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards frequently wear out. An unreadable vaccine card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry TSA-friendly option.
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection you can have.
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some rural areas may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's important to bring a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a good kit.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Airplane or car necessities
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Emergency phone
For this area, we suggest a good satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phoneHowever, in cities, a SIM card that works in Lake Malawi National Park may be sufficient. A good global SIM card is this one, but check the details before buying.
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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For families with young children
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types G. This one should be sufficient for most locations, but you may want to check with your hotel.
What to wear/what to pack for Lake Malawi National Park, Malawi by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
January here is a perfect temperature. Temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Sandals
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Extra socks
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Bug repellent
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Light skirts
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Sunscreen lotion
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Breathable footwear or sandals
February
Traveling to Lake Malawi National Park in February, you will notice that it is warm. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Bug repellent
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Light skirts
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Extra socks
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Sunscreen lotion
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Sandals
March
If you are traveling to Lake Malawi National Park in March, you will notice that it is warm. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Bug repellent
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Sandals
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Extra socks
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Light skirts
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Sunscreen lotion
April
If you go to Lake Malawi National Park in April, you will notice that it is balmy. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Bug repellent
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Sunscreen lotion
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Extra socks
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Sandals
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Light skirts
May
If you go to Lake Malawi National Park in May, you will notice that it is balmy. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
June
Traveling to Lake Malawi National Park in June, you will notice that it is balmy. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 50s F (mid 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
July
July here can be chilly. Temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
August
If you are traveling to Lake Malawi National Park in August, you will notice that it is mild. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 60s F (mid 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
September
If you go to Lake Malawi National Park in September, you will notice that it is balmy. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light skirts
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Sandals
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Extra socks
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Sunscreen lotion
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Bug repellent
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
October
October here is a perfect temperature. Temperatures average in the high 60s F (low 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Sandals
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Sunscreen lotion
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Bug repellent
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Extra socks
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Light skirts
November
If you are traveling to Lake Malawi National Park in November, you will notice that it is warm. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 60s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Sunscreen lotion
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Light skirts
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Sandals
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Bug repellent
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Extra socks
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
December
Traveling to Lake Malawi National Park in December, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 60s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Bug repellent
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Sunscreen lotion
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Light skirts
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Extra socks
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Sandals
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