Madagascar

Madagascar Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Madagascar in April.

Thinking about venturing to Madagascar this April and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Madagascar in April

April in Madagascar generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Antsirabe at 24°C (75°F) to very warm in Mahajanga at 33°C (91°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Mahajanga and 13°C (55°F) in Antsirabe.

For a closer look at conditions across Madagascar, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Anakao with an average of 19 mm (0.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Masoala with 301 mm (12 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Antananarivo enjoys approximately 222 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Madagascar in April

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Madagascar.

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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).

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Temperature range in Madagascar (April)

Precipitation variation in Madagascar (April)

Antananarivo

In April Antananarivo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
200 hours
222 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
161 mm (6.3 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
9 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Ambatoloaka

In April Ambatoloaka generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
224 hours
245 hours
271 hours
Monthly rainfall
263 mm (10 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
51 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
14 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Sainte Marie

In April Sainte Marie generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
347 mm (14 in)
241 mm (9.5 in)
186 mm (7.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Ambondrona

In April Ambondrona generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
224 hours
245 hours
271 hours
Monthly rainfall
259 mm (10 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
51 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
14 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Ambaro

In April Ambaro generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
224 hours
245 hours
271 hours
Monthly rainfall
246 mm (9.7 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
14 days
8 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Madagascar in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Antananarivo 26°C (79°F) 15°C (59°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Nosy Be 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)
Sainte Marie 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 241 mm (9.5 in)
Toamasina 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 199 mm (7.8 in)
Ambatoloaka 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Mahajanga 33°C (91°F) 25°C (77°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)

Madagascar weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Madagascar in April?

April in Madagascar brings perfect weather. In Antananarivo, daytime temperatures are typically around 26°C (79°F) and nighttime lows hover near 15°C (59°F).

What is the average temperature in Madagascar in April?

Antananarivo averages a daytime maximum of 26°C (79°F) in April, with overnight lows close to 15°C (59°F).

Does Madagascar get a lot of rain in April?

April is on the drier side in Madagascar. Antananarivo averages only about 43 mm (1.7 in), with most days staying dry.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Madagascar?

We consider April to be one of the best times to travel to Madagascar. Typically, the climate in Antananarivo is perfect.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November offering mostly perfect weather in Antananarivo. In contrast, January and February tend to have poor weather conditions.

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