August is one of the excellent months to visit Mahajanga, with daytime temperatures of 31°C (88°F) and lows of 21°C (70°F) at night. Rainfall is minimal, averaging just 1.6 mm (0.1 in) for the month.
If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, August is one of the best months to visit Mahajanga.
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48-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Mahajanga typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 31°C (88°F). Nights are pleasant, with lows around 20°C (68°F).
48-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Mahajanga spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 28 years of weather observations in Mahajanga between 1998 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
Find out more about the weather in Madagascar and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Madagascar in August →
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).
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in August. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Where to go in August - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Hell-Ville
28°C (82°F) Ambaro27°C (81°F) Ambondrona28°C (82°F) Ambatoloaka28°C (82°F) Ravoraha
25°C (77°F) Toamasina
24°C (75°F) Sainte Marie25°C (77°F) Antananarivo
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