Climate Insights for Ambalavao
Haute Matsiatra, Madagascar
Climate Overview
The climate in Ambalavao is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 1,126 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 253 mm of rainfall. Ambalavao is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: December, November, January. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 10°C.The climate in Ambalavao is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 65°F and approximately 44.3 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 9.9 in of rainfall. Ambalavao is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: December, November, January. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 50°F.
Temperature
Ambalavao sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 10°C to 26°C. The warmest month is December, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 10°C and an average of 14°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.Ambalavao sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 50°F to 80°F. The warmest month is December, when average highs reach 80°F and the mean temperature sits around 70°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 50°F and an average of 58°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 4°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Ambalavao is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,126 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 94 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 253 mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 16 mm. That's 237 mm less than January, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Ambalavao is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 44.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.7 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 10 in of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 0.6 in. That's 9.3 in less than January, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.
Wind
Ambalavao is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Ambalavao is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 6mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Ambalavao is during April, May, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 43 mm per month. By contrast, December can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 26°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 10°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Ambalavao is during April, May, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 65°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.7 in per month. By contrast, December can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 80°F, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 50°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Ambalavao based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Ambalavao based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.