Madagascar

Madagascar Weather in May

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

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Antananarivo Nosy Be Sainte Marie Toamasina

Are you planning a trip a to Madagascar in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Madagascar in May

Madagascar has a wide variety of climate types. During May, you can expect temperatures that range from warm to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Antsirabe at 22°C (72°F) to very warm in Mahajanga at 33°C (91°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Mahajanga and 10°C (50°F) in Antsirabe.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Morondava with an average of 6.4 mm (0.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Masoala with 202 mm (8 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Antananarivo sees close to 230 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Madagascar in May

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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 May for some of the most popular destinations in Madagascar?

Temperature range in Madagascar (May)

Precipitation variation in Madagascar (May)

Antananarivo

In May Antananarivo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
222 hours
230 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
9.6 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Antananarivo →

Ambatoloaka

In May Ambatoloaka generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
271 hours
249 hours
Monthly rainfall
116 mm (4.6 in)
51 mm (2 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
8 days
7 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Ambatoloaka →

Sainte Marie

In May Sainte Marie generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
241 mm (9.5 in)
186 mm (7.3 in)
175 mm (6.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Sainte Marie →

Ambondrona

In May Ambondrona generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
271 hours
249 hours
Monthly rainfall
113 mm (4.4 in)
51 mm (2 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
8 days
7 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Ambondrona →

Ambaro

In May Ambaro generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
271 hours
249 hours
Monthly rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
8 days
7 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Ambaro →

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In our records: Madagascar May extremes

Notable May records observed across cities in Madagascar in our climate database (1991 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest May day in Madagascar brought 376 mm (15 in) in Toamasina on May 12, 2002.

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Antananarivo 24°C (75°F) 13°C (55°F) 19 mm (0.7 in)
Nosy Be 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Sainte Marie 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 186 mm (7.3 in)
Toamasina 27°C (81°F) 22°C (72°F) 189 mm (7.4 in)
Ambatoloaka 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Mahajanga 33°C (91°F) 24°C (75°F) 8.2 mm (0.3 in)

Madagascar weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Madagascar in May?

Madagascar typically experiences perfect weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Antananarivo average around 24°C (75°F), and temperatures drop to about 13°C (55°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Madagascar in May?

Daytime temperatures in Antananarivo peak at roughly 24°C (75°F) in May, dropping to about 13°C (55°F) overnight.

Does Madagascar get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Madagascar during May, with Antananarivo averaging close to 19 mm (0.7 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Madagascar?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Madagascar with overall perfect weather in Antananarivo.

Generally speaking, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November provide perfect weather in Antananarivo. On the other hand, the weather in January and February tend to be poor.

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