Climate Insights for Ivato

Vondrozo, Atsimo-Atsinanana Region, Madagascar

Hottest
January
29°C peak
Coldest
July
14°C low
Wettest
January
347mm rain
Best to Visit
May, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Ivato is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 1902mm of precipitation falls per year. Ivato receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Ivato 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: January, December, February. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 14°C.

Temperature

0° 5° 10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 21° Feb Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 21° Mar Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 21° Apr Max: 26° Average: 23° Min: 20° May Max: 24° Average: 20° Min: 17° Jun Max: 22° Average: 18° Min: 15° Jul Max: 22° Average: 18° Min: 14° Aug Max: 23° Average: 19° Min: 15° Sep Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 16° Oct Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 18° Nov Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 20° Dec Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 21°
Max
Average
Min

Ivato sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 14°C to 29°C. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 14°C and an average of 18°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 347mm Feb Precipitation: 339mm Mar Precipitation: 280mm Apr Precipitation: 135mm May Precipitation: 84mm Jun Precipitation: 109mm Jul Precipitation: 68mm Aug Precipitation: 53mm Sep Precipitation: 49mm Oct Precipitation: 98mm Nov Precipitation: 141mm Dec Precipitation: 198mm
Precipitation

Ivato is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1902mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 158mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 347mm of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 49mm. That's 298mm 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 7km/h Feb Wind Speed: 6km/h Mar Wind Speed: 6km/h Apr Wind Speed: 6km/h May Wind Speed: 5km/h Jun Wind Speed: 5km/h Jul Wind Speed: 5km/h Aug Wind Speed: 6km/h Sep Wind Speed: 7km/h Oct Wind Speed: 8km/h Nov Wind Speed: 8km/h Dec Wind Speed: 7km/h
Wind Speed

Ivato is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

87 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Ivato, which began on September 23, 2026. Ivato 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 January at around 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 14°C. Summer is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 16 to 28°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 289mm for the season, averaging 96mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 21 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 884mm across the season with a monthly average of 295mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 17 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 499mm across the season with a monthly average of 166mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 14 to 23°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 230mm for the season, averaging 77mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 25°
Feb 24°
Mar 24°
Apr 23°
May 20°
Jun 18°
Jul 18°
Aug 19°
Sep 20°
Oct 22°
Nov 23°
Dec 24°

The best time to visit Ivato is during May, July, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 70mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 29°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Ivato 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
21 °C
29 °C
7 km/h
347 mm
0 cm
Feb
21 °C
29 °C
6 km/h
339 mm
0 cm
Mar
21 °C
28 °C
6 km/h
280 mm
0 cm
Apr
20 °C
26 °C
6 km/h
135 mm
0 cm
May
17 °C
24 °C
5 km/h
84 mm
0 cm
Jun
15 °C
22 °C
5 km/h
109 mm
0 cm
Jul
14 °C
22 °C
5 km/h
68 mm
0 cm
Aug
15 °C
23 °C
6 km/h
53 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
16 °C
25 °C
7 km/h
49 mm
0 cm
Oct
18 °C
27 °C
8 km/h
98 mm
0 cm
Nov
20 °C
28 °C
8 km/h
141 mm
0 cm
Dec
21 °C
29 °C
7 km/h
198 mm
0 cm
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