Sava Region Weather in May

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

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Antalaha Masoala

Considering a trip to the Sava Region, Madagascar this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in the Sava Region in May

The Sava Region, Madagascar is a region in Madagascar. May in the Sava Region generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) in Antalaha.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Antalaha with an average of 79 mm (3.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Masoala with 202 mm (8 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Antalaha enjoys approximately 211 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore the Sava Region by month

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

January31°C (88°F) February31°C (88°F) March30°C (86°F) April30°C (86°F) May28°C (82°F) This monthJune27°C (81°F) July26°C (79°F) August26°C (79°F) September27°C (81°F) October28°C (82°F) November29°C (84°F) December30°C (86°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Sava Region in May

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

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

Temperature range in the Sava Region (May)

Precipitation variation in the Sava Region (May)

Antalaha

In May Antalaha generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°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)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
211 hours
179 hours
Monthly rainfall
141 mm (5.6 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
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Masoala

In May Masoala generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
301 mm (12 in)
202 mm (8 in)
152 mm (6 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
15 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Sava 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 the Sava Region in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Antalaha 28°C (82°F) 22°C (72°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Masoala 28°C (82°F) 21°C (70°F) 202 mm (8 in)

The Sava Region weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

May in the Sava Region, Madagascar brings perfect weather. In Antalaha, daytime temperatures are typically around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime lows hover near 22°C (72°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Antalaha peak at roughly 28°C (82°F) in May, dropping to about 22°C (72°F) overnight.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Sava Region, Madagascar during May, with Antalaha averaging close to 79 mm (3.1 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit the Sava Region, Madagascar?

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to the Sava Region, Madagascar. Typically, the climate in Antalaha is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August, September, October and November offering mostly perfect weather in Antalaha. On the other hand, the months of January, February and March tend to have poor weather conditions.

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