Malawi to Roast in 42c Heatwave As Experts Warn Lives Could Be At Risk

Malawi to Roast in 42c Heatwave As Experts Warn Lives Could Be At Risk

Malawi is set to swelter under a brutal heatwave this week, with temperatures predicted to soar to a scorching 42C in some areas, prompting urgent health warnings from authorities.

MET warns of heatwave

The Department of Climate Change and Meteorological Services (MET) has warned of heatwave in some parts of Malawi from October 18 to 23, 2026, with average temperatures forecast at 42 degrees Celsius. In a statement issued yesterday, the department said the Southern Region will experience heatwave, while the Northern and Central regions and central lakeshore …

Malawi warned of 42°C heatwave

This article was originally published on Malawi24">Malawi24, Malawi's #1 independent news platform. People who enjoy drinking alcohol may need to take a break as Malawi braces for extreme heat, with temperatures in some areas expected to reach 42 degrees Celsius between October 18 and 23, 2026. The warning has prompted the Ministry of Health and Sanitation to urge people to take precautions against heat-related illnesses during the […] Read the …