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Boeny Region Weather in May

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

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

What to Expect in Boeny Region in May

Boeny Region, Madagascar is a region in Madagascar. May in Boeny Region generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Toliara at 29°C (84°F) to very warm in Mahajanga at 33°C (91°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Mahajanga and 21°C (70°F) in Toliara. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

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

Precipitation

May is a dry month with an average rainfall of around 8.2 mm (0.3 in) in Mahajanga.

Average sunshine

May brings good sunshine to many areas. Mahajanga sees around 298 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore Boeny Region by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Boeny Region — and find the best time to visit. (based on Mahajanga)

January31°C (88°F) February31°C (88°F) March32°C (90°F) April33°C (91°F) May33°C (91°F) This monthJune31°C (88°F) July31°C (88°F) August31°C (88°F) September32°C (90°F) October33°C (91°F) November33°C (91°F) December32°C (90°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Boeny Region in May

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

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 Boeny Region

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Boeny Region, Madagascar?

Temperature range in Boeny Region (May)

Precipitation variation in Boeny Region (May)

Mahajanga

In May Mahajanga generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
272 hours
298 hours
282 hours
Monthly rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
8.2 mm (0.3 in)
1.3 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
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Morondava

In May Morondava generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
290 hours
305 hours
287 hours
Monthly rainfall
35 mm (1.4 in)
6.4 mm (0.3 in)
2.2 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
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Toliara

In May Toliara generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
22 mm (0.9 in)
9.4 mm (0.4 in)
7 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
2 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Boeny Region, in Madagascar.

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 Boeny Region in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Mahajanga 33°C (91°F) 24°C (75°F) 8.2 mm (0.3 in)
Morondava 31°C (88°F) 22°C (72°F) 6.4 mm (0.3 in)
Toliara 29°C (84°F) 21°C (70°F) 9.4 mm (0.4 in)

Boeny Region weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Boeny Region, Madagascar in May?

Expect tolerable weather across Boeny Region, Madagascar in May. The popular destination of Mahajanga averages 33°C (91°F) by day and 24°C (75°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Boeny Region, Madagascar in May?

Daytime temperatures in Mahajanga peak at roughly 33°C (91°F) in May, dropping to about 24°C (75°F) overnight.

Does Boeny Region, Madagascar get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in Boeny Region, Madagascar. Mahajanga averages only about 8.2 mm (0.3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Boeny Region, Madagascar?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Boeny Region, Madagascar with overall perfect weather in Mahajanga.

On average, the best time to visit Boeny Region, Madagascar is in June, July, August and September with generally pleasant weather in Mahajanga. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March and December tend to be poor.

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