Climate Insights for Ambalavao

Haute Matsiatra, Madagascar

Hottest
December
26°C peak80°F peak
Coldest
July
10°C low50°F low
Wettest
January
253 mm rain9.9 in rain
Best to Visit
April, May, August
Mild temps & low rain

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

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 18°FebMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 18°MarMax: 25°Average: 21°Min: 17°AprMax: 24°Average: 19°Min: 16°MayMax: 22°Average: 17°Min: 13°JunMax: 20°Average: 15°Min: 11°JulMax: 19°Average: 14°Min: 10°AugMax: 21°Average: 15°Min: 11°SepMax: 23°Average: 17°Min: 12°OctMax: 25°Average: 19°Min: 14°NovMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 16°DecMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 17°
Max
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 79°FAverage: 70°FMin: 64°FFebMax: 78°FAverage: 70°FMin: 64°FMarMax: 77°FAverage: 69°FMin: 63°FAprMax: 75°FAverage: 67°FMin: 61°FMayMax: 72°FAverage: 63°FMin: 56°FJunMax: 68°FAverage: 59°FMin: 52°FJulMax: 67°FAverage: 58°FMin: 50°FAugMax: 70°FAverage: 60°FMin: 51°FSepMax: 73°FAverage: 62°FMin: 53°FOctMax: 77°FAverage: 66°FMin: 58°FNovMax: 79°FAverage: 69°FMin: 61°FDecMax: 80°FAverage: 70°FMin: 63°F
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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

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 253mmFebPrecipitation: 243mmMarPrecipitation: 155mmAprPrecipitation: 52mmMayPrecipitation: 30mmJunPrecipitation: 37mmJulPrecipitation: 26mmAugPrecipitation: 17mmSepPrecipitation: 16mmOctPrecipitation: 49mmNovPrecipitation: 92mmDecPrecipitation: 156mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 9.9inFebPrecipitation: 9.5inMarPrecipitation: 6.1inAprPrecipitation: 2inMayPrecipitation: 1.2inJunPrecipitation: 1.5inJulPrecipitation: 1inAugPrecipitation: 0.7inSepPrecipitation: 0.6inOctPrecipitation: 1.9inNovPrecipitation: 3.6inDecPrecipitation: 6.2in
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

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 9km/hFebWind Speed: 9km/hMarWind Speed: 9km/hAprWind Speed: 9km/hMayWind Speed: 9km/hJunWind Speed: 9km/hJulWind Speed: 10km/hAugWind Speed: 9km/hSepWind Speed: 10km/hOctWind Speed: 9km/hNovWind Speed: 8km/hDecWind Speed: 8km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6mphFebWind Speed: 5mphMarWind Speed: 6mphAprWind Speed: 5mphMayWind Speed: 5mphJunWind Speed: 6mphJulWind Speed: 6mphAugWind Speed: 6mphSepWind Speed: 6mphOctWind Speed: 6mphNovWind Speed: 5mphDecWind Speed: 5mph
Wind Speed

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

Jan21°70°F
Feb21°70°F
Mar21°69°F
Apr19°67°F
May17°63°F
Jun15°59°F
Jul14°58°F
Aug15°60°F
Sep17°62°F
Oct19°66°F
Nov21°69°F
Dec21°70°F

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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
18 °C64 °F
26 °C79 °F
9 km/h6 mph
253 mm9.9 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
18 °C64 °F
26 °C78 °F
9 km/h5 mph
243 mm9.5 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
17 °C63 °F
25 °C77 °F
9 km/h6 mph
155 mm6.1 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
16 °C61 °F
24 °C75 °F
9 km/h5 mph
52 mm2 in
0 cm0 in
May
13 °C56 °F
22 °C72 °F
9 km/h5 mph
30 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
11 °C52 °F
20 °C68 °F
9 km/h6 mph
37 mm1.5 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
10 °C50 °F
19 °C67 °F
10 km/h6 mph
26 mm1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
11 °C51 °F
21 °C70 °F
9 km/h6 mph
17 mm0.7 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
12 °C53 °F
23 °C73 °F
10 km/h6 mph
16 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
14 °C58 °F
25 °C77 °F
9 km/h6 mph
49 mm1.9 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
16 °C61 °F
26 °C79 °F
8 km/h5 mph
92 mm3.6 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
17 °C63 °F
26 °C80 °F
8 km/h5 mph
156 mm6.2 in
0 cm0 in