Antananarivo weather in March (Madagascar)

Curious about the March weather in Antananarivo? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In March, Antananarivo generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 27°C, while nights can cool down to about 17°C.

Antananarivo in March usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 161 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 17 days.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 200 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January and February tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Antananarivo climate page with graphs.

 

Antananarivo, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature 17°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 57%  

Precipitation 161 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 79%  

Sunshine 200 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Madagascar in March

Find out more about the weather in Madagascar in March and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Antananarivo in March?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in March.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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