Nosy Be in August

In August, Nosy Be averages 27°C (80°F) during the day and 21°C (70°F) at night, with around 12 days of rain (36 mm total).

Shoulder

Conditions are warm and beach-friendly. Plan for unsettled weather and bring rain gear.

August offers comfortable temperatures in Nosy Be, with some rain to plan around.

27°C
Avg high
21°C
Avg low
12
Rain days
36 mm
Rainfall

How August compares to the rest of the year in Nosy Be

11th
warmest month of the 12
10th
wettest month of the 12
2%
of yearly rainfall falls in August
11 h 40 min
daylight on the 15th

August is one of the coolest months in Nosy Be (11th of 12) and one of the driest months (10th of 12). Daytime temperature runs 1°C below the annual average (27°C). August runs roughly the same as July (26°C) and stays flat into September.

August sunrise & sunset in Nosy Be

🌅
Sunrise (15th)
6:01 AM
🌇
Sunset (15th)
5:41 PM
Day length
11 h 40 min

Times shown for Nosy Be local time (Indian/Antananarivo), calculated for the 15th of August. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.

Photography light in Nosy Be — August

Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of August, in Nosy Be's local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).

🌅 Blue hour (AM)
5:01 AM – 5:41 AM
🌄 Golden hour (AM)
5:41 AM – 6:41 AM
🌇 Golden hour (PM)
5:01 PM – 6:01 PM
🌆 Blue hour (PM)
6:01 PM – 6:41 PM
Milky Way galactic core
Good
Galactic core is up but lower on the horizon; head well outside city limits for a clean view.

📅 When to book — Nosy Be in August

Travel writers usually only tell you when to go. Here's when to book flights and lodging for the best mix of price and availability, based on August's tier (Shoulder) and Nosy Be's popularity.

✈ Flights — lead time
6-10 weeks
Sweet spot for value. Major fare-sales (US: Black Friday, EU: post-Easter) hit hardest in shoulder months for shoulder travel.
🏨 Lodging — lead time
4-8 weeks
Lots of selection. Look for shoulder-season packages — many hotels add value (free breakfast, spa credit) to fill rooms.

Crowds & pricing — August in Nosy Be

Shoulder

Nosy Be is in a shoulder season month — fewer crowds, slightly lower prices, and a calmer atmosphere than peak weeks. Most major sights stay open with normal hours, though a handful of seasonal restaurants or boat trips may run reduced schedules. Many regulars consider these months the best time to visit because you trade a small amount of weather reliability for a much more pleasant on-the-ground experience.

Why this tier: comfortable tourism weather

Sun & mosquito risk — August in Nosy Be

☀️ UV Index (noon, 15th)
11.2
Extreme
Stay indoors during midday hours; SPF 50+ even briefly outside, UPF clothing, wide-brim hat, sunglasses essential.
🦟 Mosquito risk
●●●●●
Severe
Severe mosquito season with active disease transmission risk. DEET 30%+, picaridin 20%, long sleeves day and night, treated nets, and check CDC/WHO travel advisories before going.

UV is a clear-sky sea-level estimate — clouds, altitude, and reflective surfaces (snow, water) shift it ±30%. Mosquito risk is climate-derived only; for current disease advisories (dengue, malaria, zika) check the CDC or WHO travel pages before your trip.

Nosy Be in other months

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRain daysSnow days
January 27°C / 81°F 24°C / 75°F 502 mm 29
February 28°C / 82°F 24°C / 75°F 340 mm 26
March 28°C / 82°F 24°C / 76°F 260 mm 28
April 28°C / 83°F 24°C / 76°F 103 mm 20
May 28°C / 82°F 23°C / 74°F 49 mm 14
June 27°C / 80°F 22°C / 72°F 35 mm 11
July 26°C / 79°F 21°C / 70°F 31 mm 9
August 27°C / 80°F 21°C / 70°F 36 mm 12
September 27°C / 80°F 22°C / 71°F 48 mm 14
October 28°C / 82°F 23°C / 73°F 93 mm 18
November 28°C / 83°F 24°C / 74°F 158 mm 24
December 28°C / 83°F 24°C / 75°F 210 mm 28

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Frequently asked questions

How hot is Nosy Be in August?

In August, Nosy Be averages a high of 27°C (80°F) and a low of 21°C (70°F) — generally warm.

Does it rain a lot in Nosy Be in August?

August can be fairly wet in Nosy Be, with about 12 rainy days on average.

Is August a good time to visit Nosy Be?

August is warm. It suits travelers who are comfortable with warm weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.

What should I pack for Nosy Be in August?

Pack lightweight, breathable clothing, sunglasses and sunscreen, plus a compact umbrella or rain jacket. See the full August packing list for Nosy Be for a complete, climate-based checklist.

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