Climate Insights for Antalaha

Sava, Madagascar

Hottest
February
30°C peak87°F peak
Coldest
July
19°C low66°F low
Wettest
March
379 mm rain14.9 in rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Antalaha is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 1,689 mm of precipitation falls per year. Antalaha receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Antalaha 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: February, January, December. The coldest months are July, August, September, when temperatures can drop to 19°C.The climate in Antalaha is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 76°F and approximately 66.5 in of precipitation falls per year. Antalaha receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Antalaha 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: February, January, December. The coldest months are July, August, September, when temperatures can drop to 66°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 30°Average: 26°Min: 23°FebMax: 30°Average: 26°Min: 23°MarMax: 30°Average: 26°Min: 24°AprMax: 29°Average: 26°Min: 23°MayMax: 27°Average: 24°Min: 21°JunMax: 26°Average: 22°Min: 20°JulMax: 25°Average: 22°Min: 19°AugMax: 25°Average: 22°Min: 19°SepMax: 26°Average: 22°Min: 19°OctMax: 28°Average: 24°Min: 21°NovMax: 29°Average: 25°Min: 22°DecMax: 30°Average: 26°Min: 23°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 86°FAverage: 79°FMin: 74°FFebMax: 87°FAverage: 80°FMin: 74°FMarMax: 85°FAverage: 79°FMin: 74°FAprMax: 84°FAverage: 78°FMin: 73°FMayMax: 81°FAverage: 75°FMin: 71°FJunMax: 78°FAverage: 72°FMin: 68°FJulMax: 77°FAverage: 71°FMin: 66°FAugMax: 78°FAverage: 71°FMin: 66°FSepMax: 79°FAverage: 72°FMin: 67°FOctMax: 82°FAverage: 75°FMin: 69°FNovMax: 85°FAverage: 78°FMin: 72°FDecMax: 86°FAverage: 79°FMin: 73°F
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Antalaha sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 19°C to 30°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 22°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows.Antalaha sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 66°F to 87°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 87°F and the mean temperature sits around 80°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 66°F and an average of 71°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 12°F between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mm350mm400mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 310mmFebPrecipitation: 231mmMarPrecipitation: 379mmAprPrecipitation: 140mmMayPrecipitation: 85mmJunPrecipitation: 70mmJulPrecipitation: 84mmAugPrecipitation: 54mmSepPrecipitation: 51mmOctPrecipitation: 40mmNovPrecipitation: 75mmDecPrecipitation: 171mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 12.2inFebPrecipitation: 9.1inMarPrecipitation: 14.9inAprPrecipitation: 5.5inMayPrecipitation: 3.3inJunPrecipitation: 2.8inJulPrecipitation: 3.3inAugPrecipitation: 2.1inSepPrecipitation: 2inOctPrecipitation: 1.6inNovPrecipitation: 2.9inDecPrecipitation: 6.7in
Precipitation

Antalaha is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,689 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 141 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 379 mm of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 40 mm. That's 339 mm less than March, 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.Antalaha is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 66.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.6 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 14.9 in of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 1.6 in. That's 13.3 in less than March, 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/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8km/hFebWind Speed: 7km/hMarWind Speed: 9km/hAprWind Speed: 10km/hMayWind Speed: 12km/hJunWind Speed: 13km/hJulWind Speed: 14km/hAugWind Speed: 13km/hSepWind Speed: 13km/hOctWind Speed: 11km/hNovWind Speed: 9km/hDecWind Speed: 9km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 5mphFebWind Speed: 4mphMarWind Speed: 6mphAprWind Speed: 6mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 8mphJulWind Speed: 8mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 7mphNovWind Speed: 6mphDecWind Speed: 5mph
Wind Speed

Antalaha is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/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 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 7km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 13km/h in winter, 11km/h in spring, 8km/h in summer, 10km/h in autumn.Antalaha is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 8mph in winter, 7mph in spring, 5mph in summer, 6mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan26°79°F
Feb26°80°F
Mar26°79°F
Apr26°78°F
May24°75°F
Jun22°72°F
Jul22°71°F
Aug22°71°F
Sep22°72°F
Oct24°75°F
Nov25°78°F
Dec26°79°F

The best time to visit Antalaha is during May, June, July, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 64 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 30°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Antalaha is during May, June, July, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 73°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.5 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 87°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 Antalaha 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 Antalaha 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
23 °C74 °F
30 °C86 °F
8 km/h5 mph
310 mm12.2 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
23 °C74 °F
30 °C87 °F
7 km/h4 mph
231 mm9.1 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
24 °C74 °F
30 °C85 °F
9 km/h6 mph
379 mm14.9 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
23 °C73 °F
29 °C84 °F
10 km/h6 mph
140 mm5.5 in
0 cm0 in
May
21 °C71 °F
27 °C81 °F
12 km/h7 mph
85 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
20 °C68 °F
26 °C78 °F
13 km/h8 mph
70 mm2.8 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
19 °C66 °F
25 °C77 °F
14 km/h8 mph
84 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
19 °C66 °F
25 °C78 °F
13 km/h8 mph
54 mm2.1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
19 °C67 °F
26 °C79 °F
13 km/h8 mph
51 mm2 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
21 °C69 °F
28 °C82 °F
11 km/h7 mph
40 mm1.6 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
22 °C72 °F
29 °C85 °F
9 km/h6 mph
75 mm2.9 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
23 °C73 °F
30 °C86 °F
9 km/h5 mph
171 mm6.7 in
0 cm0 in