Climate Insights for Sambava

Sava, Madagascar

Hottest
February
29°C peak84°F peak
Coldest
August
21°C low70°F low
Wettest
March
429 mm rain16.9 in rain
Best to Visit
August, October
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Sambava is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 2,202 mm of precipitation falls per year. Sambava receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Sambava 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: February, March, January. The coldest months are August, July, September, when temperatures can drop to 21°C.The climate in Sambava is hot. The average annual temperature is 77°F and approximately 86.7 in of precipitation falls per year. Sambava receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Sambava 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: February, March, January. The coldest months are August, July, September, when temperatures can drop to 70°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 29°Average: 27°Min: 25°FebMax: 29°Average: 27°Min: 26°MarMax: 29°Average: 27°Min: 26°AprMax: 28°Average: 26°Min: 25°MayMax: 27°Average: 25°Min: 24°JunMax: 25°Average: 24°Min: 22°JulMax: 25°Average: 23°Min: 21°AugMax: 24°Average: 23°Min: 21°SepMax: 25°Average: 23°Min: 22°OctMax: 26°Average: 25°Min: 23°NovMax: 27°Average: 26°Min: 24°DecMax: 28°Average: 26°Min: 25°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 83°FAverage: 80°FMin: 78°FFebMax: 84°FAverage: 81°FMin: 78°FMarMax: 83°FAverage: 81°FMin: 78°FAprMax: 82°FAverage: 79°FMin: 77°FMayMax: 80°FAverage: 77°FMin: 75°FJunMax: 78°FAverage: 75°FMin: 72°FJulMax: 76°FAverage: 73°FMin: 70°FAugMax: 76°FAverage: 73°FMin: 70°FSepMax: 77°FAverage: 74°FMin: 71°FOctMax: 79°FAverage: 76°FMin: 73°FNovMax: 81°FAverage: 78°FMin: 75°FDecMax: 83°FAverage: 80°FMin: 77°F
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Sambava has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 23°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows.Sambava has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 14°F range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 84°F and the mean temperature sits around 81°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 70°F and an average of 73°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°F between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mm350mm400mm450mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 299mmFebPrecipitation: 222mmMarPrecipitation: 429mmAprPrecipitation: 270mmMayPrecipitation: 143mmJunPrecipitation: 152mmJulPrecipitation: 150mmAugPrecipitation: 96mmSepPrecipitation: 101mmOctPrecipitation: 66mmNovPrecipitation: 79mmDecPrecipitation: 195mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 11.8inFebPrecipitation: 8.7inMarPrecipitation: 16.9inAprPrecipitation: 10.6inMayPrecipitation: 5.6inJunPrecipitation: 6inJulPrecipitation: 5.9inAugPrecipitation: 3.8inSepPrecipitation: 4inOctPrecipitation: 2.6inNovPrecipitation: 3.1inDecPrecipitation: 7.7in
Precipitation

Sambava is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,202 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 184 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 429 mm of rainfall. January and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 66 mm. That's 364 mm less than March, 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.Sambava is a very wet location, receiving approximately 86.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 7.2 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 16.9 in of rainfall. January and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 2.6 in. That's 14.3 in less than March, 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/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/h25km/h30km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 12km/hFebWind Speed: 11km/hMarWind Speed: 15km/hAprWind Speed: 19km/hMayWind Speed: 22km/hJunWind Speed: 25km/hJulWind Speed: 26km/hAugWind Speed: 25km/hSepWind Speed: 24km/hOctWind Speed: 19km/hNovWind Speed: 16km/hDecWind Speed: 15km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mph15mph20mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8mphFebWind Speed: 7mphMarWind Speed: 9mphAprWind Speed: 12mphMayWind Speed: 14mphJunWind Speed: 16mphJulWind Speed: 16mphAugWind Speed: 16mphSepWind Speed: 15mphOctWind Speed: 12mphNovWind Speed: 10mphDecWind Speed: 9mph
Wind Speed

Sambava is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 19km/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 26km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 15km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 25km/h in winter, 20km/h in spring, 13km/h in summer, 19km/h in autumn.Sambava is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 12mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 16mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 9mph difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 16mph in winter, 12mph in spring, 8mph in summer, 12mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan27°80°F
Feb27°81°F
Mar27°81°F
Apr26°79°F
May25°77°F
Jun24°75°F
Jul23°73°F
Aug23°73°F
Sep23°74°F
Oct25°76°F
Nov26°78°F
Dec26°80°F

The best time to visit Sambava is during August and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 81 mm per month. By contrast, February 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.The best time to visit Sambava is during August and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 75°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.2 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 84°F. 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 Sambava 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 Sambava 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
25 °C78 °F
29 °C83 °F
12 km/h8 mph
299 mm11.8 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
26 °C78 °F
29 °C84 °F
11 km/h7 mph
222 mm8.7 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
26 °C78 °F
29 °C83 °F
15 km/h9 mph
429 mm16.9 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
25 °C77 °F
28 °C82 °F
19 km/h12 mph
270 mm10.6 in
0 cm0 in
May
24 °C75 °F
27 °C80 °F
22 km/h14 mph
143 mm5.6 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
22 °C72 °F
25 °C78 °F
25 km/h16 mph
152 mm6 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
21 °C70 °F
25 °C76 °F
26 km/h16 mph
150 mm5.9 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
21 °C70 °F
24 °C76 °F
25 km/h16 mph
96 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
22 °C71 °F
25 °C77 °F
24 km/h15 mph
101 mm4 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
23 °C73 °F
26 °C79 °F
19 km/h12 mph
66 mm2.6 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
24 °C75 °F
27 °C81 °F
16 km/h10 mph
79 mm3.1 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
25 °C77 °F
28 °C83 °F
15 km/h9 mph
195 mm7.7 in
0 cm0 in