Climate Insights for Moramanga
Alaotra-Mangoro, Madagascar
Climate Overview
The climate in Moramanga is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 1,766 mm of precipitation falls per year. Moramanga receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Moramanga 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, January, February. The coldest months are August, July, September, when temperatures can drop to 12°C.The climate in Moramanga is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 66°F and approximately 69.5 in of precipitation falls per year. Moramanga receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Moramanga 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, January, February. The coldest months are August, July, September, when temperatures can drop to 54°F.
Temperature
Moramanga sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 12°C to 27°C. The warmest month is December, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 12°C and an average of 16°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.Moramanga sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 54°F to 81°F. The warmest month is December, when average highs reach 81°F and the mean temperature sits around 71°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 54°F and an average of 60°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 4°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Moramanga is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,766 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 147 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 330 mm of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 39 mm. That's 290 mm less than February, 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.Moramanga is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 69.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.8 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 13 in of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 1.5 in. That's 11.4 in less than February, 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
Moramanga is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/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 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Moramanga is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 5mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Moramanga is during May, June, July, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 57 mm per month. By contrast, December can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 27°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Moramanga is during May, June, July, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 62°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.2 in per month. By contrast, December can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 81°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 Moramanga 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 Moramanga 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.