With daytime temperatures of 24°C (75°F) and nighttime lows of 13°C (55°F), May in Antananarivo brings high temperatures during the day. The excellent weather makes it an appealing time to visit.
Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the best weather for Antananarivo.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Antananarivo typically stay consistent throughout May, with daily highs averaging around 24°C (75°F). Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 12°C (54°F) to 15°C (59°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Antananarivo spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
According to our 34 years of weather records for Antananarivo, the following extremes were recorded between 1992 and 2026.
Find out more about the weather in Madagascar and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Madagascar in May →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Pleasant temperatures in May mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. With minimal rainfall expected, you can leave the rain gear at home. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Where to go in May - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Hell-Ville
30°C (86°F) Ambaro29°C (84°F) Ambondrona30°C (86°F) Ambatoloaka30°C (86°F) Ravoraha
27°C (81°F) Toamasina27°C (81°F) Sainte Marie27°C (81°F) Antananarivo
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