Mahajanga weather in August (Boeny Region, Madagascar)

Is Mahajanga a good destination in August, weather-wise? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

Experience perfect weather in Mahajanga in August, characterized by very high temperatures and almost no rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 31°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 21°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Mahajanga in August usually receives almost no rainfall, averaging around 1.6 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 2 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 307 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a great time to visit. May, June, July, August, September and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Mahajanga climate page with graphs.

 

Mahajanga, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 21°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 5%  

Precipitation 1.6 mm  

Rainy days 2 days  

Humidity 59%  

Sunshine 307 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Madagascar in August

Find out more about the weather in Madagascar and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

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