Vatovavy region Weather in May

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

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Ranomafana

Thinking about venturing to Vatovavy region, Madagascar this May and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Vatovavy region in May

Vatovavy region, Madagascar is a region in Madagascar. May in Vatovavy region generally has warm temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 23°C (73°F) and nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) in Ranomafana.

To explore the conditions in Vatovavy region, Madagascar in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

May is a rainy month with an average rainfall of around 112 mm (4.4 in) in Ranomafana.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Ranomafana receives about 168 hours of sunlight in May, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

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Best Places to Visit in Vatovavy region in May

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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 Vatovavy region

What is the weather like in May for the most popular destinonation in Vatovavy region, Madagascar?

Ranomafana

In May Ranomafana generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

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Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
187 hours
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Monthly rainfall
154 mm (6.1 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
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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.

Vatovavy region weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Vatovavy region, Madagascar in May?

In May, Vatovavy region, Madagascar generally has pleasant weather conditions. Ranomafana sees daytime temperatures near 23°C (73°F), with nights cooling to roughly 15°C (59°F).

What is the average temperature in Vatovavy region, Madagascar in May?

Ranomafana averages a daytime maximum of 23°C (73°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 15°C (59°F).

Does Vatovavy region, Madagascar get a lot of rain in May?

Ranomafana typically receives notable rainfall in May, about 112 mm (4.4 in) on average across Vatovavy region, Madagascar.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Vatovavy region, Madagascar?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Ranomafana, May might be a good time to visit Vatovavy region, Madagascar. 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 June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Ranomafana. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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