Nosy Be in July

In July, Nosy Be averages 26°C (79°F) during the day and 21°C (70°F) at night, with around 9 days of rain (31 mm total).

Shoulder

Conditions are warm and beach-friendly. Occasional showers are likely but won't dominate.

July is a great month to visit Nosy Be: pleasant temperatures and relatively few wet days.

26°C
Avg high
21°C
Avg low
9
Rain days
31 mm
Rainfall

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

12th
warmest month of the 12
12th
wettest month of the 12
2%
of yearly rainfall falls in July
11 h 24 min
daylight on the 15th

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

July sunrise & sunset in Nosy Be

🌅
Sunrise (15th)
6:10 AM
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Sunset (15th)
5:34 PM
Day length
11 h 24 min

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

Photography light in Nosy Be — July

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

🌅 Blue hour (AM)
5:10 AM – 5:50 AM
🌄 Golden hour (AM)
5:50 AM – 6:50 AM
🌇 Golden hour (PM)
4:54 PM – 5:54 PM
🌆 Blue hour (PM)
5:54 PM – 6:34 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 July

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 July'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 — July 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 — July in Nosy Be

☀️ UV Index (noon, 15th)
10.1
Very high
Limit sun exposure between 11 AM and 3 PM; SPF 30-50, reapply every 90 minutes outdoors.
🦟 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 July?

In July, Nosy Be averages a high of 26°C (79°F) and a low of 21°C (70°F) — generally warm.

Does it rain a lot in Nosy Be in July?

July sees occasional rain in Nosy Be, with about 9 rainy days on average.

Is July a good time to visit Nosy Be?

July 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 July?

Pack light layers for warm days and cooler evenings. See the full July packing list for Nosy Be for a complete, climate-based checklist.

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