Climate Insights for Toamasina
Toamasina I, Atsinanana, Madagascar
Climate Overview
The climate in Toamasina is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 2,555 mm of precipitation falls per year. Toamasina receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Toamasina 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, January, March. The coldest months are July, August, September, when temperatures can drop to 21°C.The climate in Toamasina is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 77°F and approximately 100.6 in of precipitation falls per year. Toamasina receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Toamasina 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, January, March. The coldest months are July, August, September, when temperatures can drop to 70°F.
Temperature
Toamasina has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 7°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. July 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 2°C between highs and lows.Toamasina has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 12°F range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 82°F and the mean temperature sits around 80°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 70°F and an average of 72°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Toamasina is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,555 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 213 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 429 mm of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 79 mm. That's 350 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.Toamasina is a very wet location, receiving approximately 100.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 8.4 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 16.9 in of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 3.1 in. That's 13.8 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
Toamasina is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 17km/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 20km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, 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 5km/h 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 19km/h in winter, 15km/h in spring, 16km/h in summer, 18km/h in autumn.Toamasina is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 11mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 13mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 9mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4mph 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 12mph in winter, 10mph in spring, 10mph in summer, 11mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Toamasina is during September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 80 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 28°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 21°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 Toamasina is during September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 74°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.1 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 82°F, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 70°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 Toamasina 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 Toamasina 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.