Thinking of visiting Sainte Marie in August? Expect high temperatures reaching 25°C (77°F) during the day, dropping to 22°C (72°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.
If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, September, October and November typically offer the best circumstances for Sainte Marie.
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30-year average (1987-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Sainte Marie typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 25°C (77°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 22°C (72°F).
30-year average (1987-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Sainte Marie spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Sainte Marie from 2006 through 2026.
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).
Pleasant temperatures in August mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes.
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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