Climate Insights for Besakoa Airport

Mahajanga II, Boeny Region, Madagascar

Hottest
October
35°C peak
Coldest
July
19°C low
Wettest
January
499mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Besakoa Airport is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 1407mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 499mm of rainfall. Besakoa Airport 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: October, November, September. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 19°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 24° Feb Max: 32° Average: 28° Min: 24° Mar Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 24° Apr Max: 34° Average: 28° Min: 24° May Max: 33° Average: 27° Min: 22° Jun Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 20° Jul Max: 32° Average: 25° Min: 19° Aug Max: 33° Average: 26° Min: 20° Sep Max: 34° Average: 27° Min: 21° Oct Max: 35° Average: 29° Min: 23° Nov Max: 35° Average: 29° Min: 24° Dec Max: 34° Average: 29° Min: 25°
Max
Average
Min

Besakoa Airport sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 19°C to 35°C. October is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 35°C and an average of 29°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 25°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm 500mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 499mm Feb Precipitation: 291mm Mar Precipitation: 227mm Apr Precipitation: 41mm May Precipitation: 2mm Jun Precipitation: 1mm Jul Precipitation: 3mm Aug Precipitation: 2mm Sep Precipitation: 1mm Oct Precipitation: 20mm Nov Precipitation: 106mm Dec Precipitation: 212mm
Precipitation

Besakoa Airport is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1407mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 117mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 499mm of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 1mm. That's 498mm 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/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 13km/h Feb Wind Speed: 12km/h Mar Wind Speed: 12km/h Apr Wind Speed: 14km/h May Wind Speed: 15km/h Jun Wind Speed: 16km/h Jul Wind Speed: 18km/h Aug Wind Speed: 18km/h Sep Wind Speed: 19km/h Oct Wind Speed: 18km/h Nov Wind Speed: 16km/h Dec Wind Speed: 13km/h
Wind Speed

Besakoa Airport is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/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 19km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 12km/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 17km/h in winter, 17km/h in spring, 13km/h in summer, 14km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

89 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Besakoa Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Besakoa Airport is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed — spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in October at around 35°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 19°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 21 to 35°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 128mm over the season and a monthly average of 43mm. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 24 to 34°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1003mm across the season with a monthly average of 334mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 22 to 34°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 270mm for the season, averaging 90mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 19 to 33°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 6mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Besakoa Airport 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
24 °C
32 °C
13 km/h
499 mm
0 cm
Feb
24 °C
32 °C
12 km/h
291 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
24 °C
33 °C
12 km/h
227 mm
0 cm
Apr
24 °C
34 °C
14 km/h
41 mm
0 cm
May
22 °C
33 °C
15 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Jun
20 °C
32 °C
16 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Jul
19 °C
32 °C
18 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Aug
20 °C
33 °C
18 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Sep
21 °C
34 °C
19 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Oct
23 °C
35 °C
18 km/h
20 mm
0 cm
Nov
24 °C
35 °C
16 km/h
106 mm
0 cm
Dec
25 °C
34 °C
13 km/h
212 mm
0 cm
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