Madagascar

Madagascar Weather in December

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

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Antananarivo Nosy Be Sainte Marie Toamasina

Thinking about venturing to Madagascar this December 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 December

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

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Antsirabe at 25°C (77°F) to very warm in Ankilibe at 33°C (91°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Ankilibe and 15°C (59°F) in Antsirabe.

For specific regional insights in Madagascar, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Anakao with an average of 54 mm (2.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Antsirabe with 307 mm (12 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Antananarivo sees close to 202 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Madagascar in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Madagascar

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Madagascar?

Temperature range in Madagascar (December)

Precipitation variation in Madagascar (December)

Antananarivo

In December Antananarivo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
233 hours
202 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
207 mm (8.1 in)
316 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
21 days
20 days
Weather conditions
perfect
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Antananarivo →

Ambatoloaka

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

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
249 hours
220 hours
187 hours
Monthly rainfall
130 mm (5.1 in)
240 mm (9.4 in)
425 mm (17 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
20 days
24 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
Climate in Ambatoloaka →

Sainte Marie

In December 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 pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
173 mm (6.8 in)
289 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
20 days
20 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
poor
Climate in Sainte Marie →

Ambondrona

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

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
249 hours
220 hours
187 hours
Monthly rainfall
126 mm (5 in)
234 mm (9.2 in)
420 mm (17 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
20 days
24 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
Climate in Ambondrona →

Ambaro

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

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
249 hours
220 hours
187 hours
Monthly rainfall
117 mm (4.6 in)
220 mm (8.7 in)
406 mm (16 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
20 days
24 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Ambaro →

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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Antananarivo 28°C (82°F) 17°C (63°F) 207 mm (8.1 in)
Nosy Be 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 228 mm (9 in)
Sainte Marie 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 173 mm (6.8 in)
Toamasina 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 204 mm (8 in)
Ambatoloaka 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 240 mm (9.4 in)
Mahajanga 32°C (90°F) 25°C (77°F) 214 mm (8.4 in)

Madagascar weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Madagascar in December?

In December, Madagascar generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Antananarivo sees daytime temperatures near 28°C (82°F), with nights cooling to roughly 17°C (63°F).

What is the average temperature in Madagascar in December?

Average temperatures in Madagascar during December range from a nighttime low near 17°C (63°F) to a daytime high around 28°C (82°F) in Antananarivo.

Does Madagascar get a lot of rain in December?

Rainfall in Madagascar peaks during December. Antananarivo averages roughly 207 mm (8.1 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Madagascar?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Antananarivo, December may not be the ideal time to visit Madagascar.

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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