Climate Insights for Ambositra
Amoron'i Mania, Madagascar
Climate Overview
The climate in Ambositra is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 1,195 mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 293 mm of rainfall. Ambositra 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: November, December, January. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 9°C.The climate in Ambositra is temperate. The average annual temperature is 63°F and approximately 47 in of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 11.5 in of rainfall. Ambositra 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: November, December, January. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 48°F.
Temperature
Ambositra sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 9°C to 25°C. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 25°C and the mean temperature sits around 19°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 9°C and an average of 13°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.Ambositra sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 48°F to 77°F. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 77°F and the mean temperature sits around 67°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 48°F and an average of 55°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 4°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Ambositra is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,195 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 100 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 293 mm of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 14 mm. That's 279 mm less than February, 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.Ambositra is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 47 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.9 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 11.5 in of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 0.6 in. That's 11 in less than February, 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
Ambositra is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 9km/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 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Ambositra is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 5mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, 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 Ambositra is during April, May, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 39 mm per month. By contrast, November can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 25°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 9°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Ambositra is during April, May, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 62°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.5 in per month. By contrast, November can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 77°F, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 48°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 Ambositra 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 Ambositra 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.