Climate Overview
The climate in Mananara is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 2683mm of precipitation falls per year. Mananara receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Mananara 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, February, March. The coldest months are August, July, September, when temperatures can drop to 21°C.
Temperature
Mananara has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 7°C range. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 22°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Mananara is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2683mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 224mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 377mm of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 111mm. That's 266mm less than March, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
Mananara is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 20km/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 24km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 17km/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 23km/h in winter, 18km/h in spring, 17km/h in summer, 20km/h in autumn.
Seasons
89 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in Mananara, which began on March 20, 2026. Mananara 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 28°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 21°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 21 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 373mm across the season with a monthly average of 124mm. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 24 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 838mm across the season with a monthly average of 279mm. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 23 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 835mm across the season with a monthly average of 278mm. Winds are moderate at around 20km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 21 to 24°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 637mm across the season with a monthly average of 212mm. Winds are moderate at around 23km/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 Mananara 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.