Madagascar
Lemurs that exist nowhere else on earth watching you back from the branches, limestone spires in a forest sharp enough to need boots with soles like armour, and baobabs lined up along a dirt road like they are posing.
The best time to visit Madagascar is Apr–Nov, when typical daytime highs reach about 26°C (79°F). Local time there is 19:29 (UTC+3).
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The year at a glance
April · high 24°C · rain 67mm · 11.7h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Antananarivo, the arrival airport
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C78°F | 379mm14.9in | 13.1h13.1h | |
| February | 26°C78°F | 199mm7.8in | 12.7h12.7h | |
| March | 25°C77°F | 194mm7.6in | 12.2h12.2h | |
| April | 24°C76°F | 67mm2.6in | 11.7h11.7h | in the recommended window |
| May | 23°C73°F | 16mm0.6in | 11.2h11.2h | in the recommended window |
| June | 20°C68°F | 19mm0.7in | 11.0h11.0h | in the recommended window |
| July | 19°C67°F | 7mm0.3in | 11.1h11.1h | in the recommended window |
| August | 21°C70°F | 12mm0.5in | 11.5h11.5h | in the recommended window |
| September | 23°C73°F | 7mm0.3in | 12.0h12.0h | in the recommended window |
| October | 26°C79°F | 39mm1.5in | 12.6h12.6h | in the recommended window |
| November | 27°C81°F | 80mm3.1in | 13.0h13.0h | in the recommended window |
| December | 27°C80°F | 183mm7.2in | 13.3h13.3h |
Good to know
- Currency
- MGAariary
- Language
- Malagasy, French
- Driving
- on the right
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When is the best time to visit Madagascar?
The best time to visit Madagascar is Apr–Nov, when typical daytime highs reach about 26°C (79°F).
How warm does Madagascar get?
Typical daytime highs in Madagascar are Mar–May 24°C (75°F), Jun–Aug 20°C (68°F), Sep–Nov 26°C (78°F), Dec–Feb 26°C (79°F).
Is Madagascar expensive?
On the ground, Madagascar is cheap.
What sort of trip is Madagascar good for?
Madagascar is good for nature and scenery, bucket-list trips, adventure holidays, beach and sun holidays.
How rainy is Madagascar?
The wettest month in Madagascar is January at 379mm (14.9in), the driest July at 7mm (0.3in), with a monthly average of 100mm (3.9in).
What plug do I need for Madagascar?
Madagascar uses type C, E, G, J, K sockets at 127/220 V.
