Climate Insights for Ihosy Airport

Ihosy, Ihorombe Region, Madagascar

Hottest
December
30°C peak
Coldest
July
12°C low
Wettest
January
211mm rain
Best to Visit
March, April, May
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Ihosy Airport is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 752mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 211mm of rainfall. Ihosy 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: December, November, October. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 12°C.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Feb Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Mar Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 19° Apr Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 17° May Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 15° Jun Max: 22° Average: 17° Min: 13° Jul Max: 22° Average: 16° Min: 12° Aug Max: 25° Average: 18° Min: 13° Sep Max: 27° Average: 20° Min: 14° Oct Max: 29° Average: 22° Min: 16° Nov Max: 30° Average: 23° Min: 18° Dec Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 19°
Max
Average
Min

Ihosy Airport sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 12°C to 30°C. The warmest month is December, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 12°C and an average of 16°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 211mm Feb Precipitation: 161mm Mar Precipitation: 94mm Apr Precipitation: 22mm May Precipitation: 11mm Jun Precipitation: 13mm Jul Precipitation: 3mm Aug Precipitation: 2mm Sep Precipitation: 3mm Oct Precipitation: 35mm Nov Precipitation: 65mm Dec Precipitation: 132mm
Precipitation

Ihosy Airport is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 752mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 63mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 211mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 2mm. That's 209mm 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: 16km/h Feb Wind Speed: 16km/h Mar Wind Speed: 15km/h Apr Wind Speed: 15km/h May Wind Speed: 15km/h Jun Wind Speed: 15km/h Jul Wind Speed: 16km/h Aug Wind Speed: 16km/h Sep Wind Speed: 18km/h Oct Wind Speed: 17km/h Nov Wind Speed: 16km/h Dec Wind Speed: 15km/h
Wind Speed

Ihosy Airport is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 16km/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 18km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 15km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

89 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Ihosy Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Ihosy 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 December at around 30°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 12°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 14 to 30°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 103mm over the season and a monthly average of 34mm. 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 19 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 505mm across the season with a monthly average of 168mm. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 15 to 27°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 127mm over the season and a monthly average of 42mm. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 12 to 25°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 18mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 23°
Feb 23°
Mar 22°
Apr 21°
May 19°
Jun 17°
Jul 16°
Aug 18°
Sep 20°
Oct 22°
Nov 23°
Dec 24°

The best time to visit Ihosy Airport is during March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 27mm per month. By contrast, December can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 30°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Ihosy 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
19 °C
28 °C
16 km/h
211 mm
0 cm
Feb
19 °C
28 °C
16 km/h
161 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
19 °C
27 °C
15 km/h
94 mm
0 cm
Apr
17 °C
27 °C
15 km/h
22 mm
0 cm
May
15 °C
25 °C
15 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Jun
13 °C
22 °C
15 km/h
13 mm
0 cm
Jul
12 °C
22 °C
16 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Aug
13 °C
25 °C
16 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Sep
14 °C
27 °C
18 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Oct
16 °C
29 °C
17 km/h
35 mm
0 cm
Nov
18 °C
30 °C
16 km/h
65 mm
0 cm
Dec
19 °C
30 °C
15 km/h
132 mm
0 cm
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