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Antananarivo Climate by Month

Temperatures in Antananarivo experience a moderate degree of variance through the seasons. Days can be warm, while the cooler months tend to be pleasant. It is also known for its large amounts of rainfall. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

In Antananarivo, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C in November to a pleasant 20°C in the coolest month, July. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 10°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Antananarivo has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1210 mm of rainfall per year. The climate in Antananarivo shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in January, with an average of 316 mm of precipitation over 20 rainy days.

In contrast, August offers drier and sunnier days, with around 7.7 mm of rainfall over 6 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Antananarivo offers a pleasant mix of sunny and slightly overcast days. The difference in sunshine hours between October (8.4 hours daily) and February (6.0 hours daily) provides a bit of variety for visitors and residents.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The best time of year to visit Antananarivo in Madagascar

During the months of April, May, June, July, August and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is the rainy season in Antananarivo?
    Rainy season in Antananarivo occurs in the months of January, February, March and December.
  • Does Antananarivo have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of May, June, July, August and September are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Antananarivo?
    November has an average maximum temperature of 28°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Antananarivo?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 20°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Antananarivo?
    January tops the wettest month list with 316 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Antananarivo?
    August is the driest month with 8 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Antananarivo?
    October is the sunniest month with an average of 252 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Antananarivo

    Sun   Dec 15
    30°C | 18°C
    E 22 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    29°C | 16°C
    E 14 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Tue   Dec 17
    30°C | 13°C
    E 18 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain