Weather in Antananarivo
What's the weather like in Antananarivo?
Antananarivo has a moderate climate and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 25°C (78°F) in January to 20°C (67°F) in July, with overnight lows around 17°C (63°F) and 10°C (51°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Antananarivo are January through December.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇲🇬 Madagascar
- Region
- Africa
- Time zone
- Indian/Antananarivo
- Coordinates
- -18.879, 47.508
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°C / 78°F | 17°C / 63°F | 353 mm | 28 | — |
| February | 25°C / 78°F | 17°C / 62°F | 240 mm | 25 | — |
| March | 25°C / 77°F | 17°C / 62°F | 181 mm | 25 | — |
| April | 24°C / 76°F | 15°C / 60°F | 47 mm | 18 | — |
| May | 23°C / 73°F | 13°C / 56°F | 10 mm | 12 | — |
| June | 20°C / 68°F | 11°C / 52°F | 14 mm | 10 | — |
| July | 20°C / 67°F | 10°C / 51°F | 9 mm | 11 | — |
| August | 22°C / 71°F | 11°C / 51°F | 9 mm | 7 | — |
| September | 24°C / 74°F | 12°C / 53°F | 5 mm | 7 | — |
| October | 27°C / 80°F | 14°C / 58°F | 42 mm | 14 | — |
| November | 27°C / 80°F | 16°C / 60°F | 113 mm | 20 | — |
| December | 26°C / 80°F | 17°C / 62°F | 207 mm | 22 | — |
Antananarivo by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
Seasonal patterns to know
Indian Ocean cyclone season runs November–April (peak January–March). Tropical cyclones can affect this region — peak January–March.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Antananarivo?
The most comfortable months in Antananarivo are usually May, August, September, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Antananarivo?
November is typically the hottest month in Antananarivo, averaging a high of 27°C (80°F).
What is the coldest month in Antananarivo?
July is usually the coldest, with average lows around 10°C (51°F).
Does it snow in Antananarivo?
Snow is rare in Antananarivo; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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