Climate Insights for Tolagnaro
Bazaribe, Tôlanaro, Anosy, Madagascar
Climate Overview
The climate in Tolagnaro is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 1,164 mm of precipitation falls per year. Tolagnaro receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Tolagnaro 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, December. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 18°C.The climate in Tolagnaro is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 73°F and approximately 45.8 in of precipitation falls per year. Tolagnaro receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Tolagnaro 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, December. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 64°F.
Temperature
Tolagnaro has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 20°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows.Tolagnaro has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 18°F range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 82°F and the mean temperature sits around 78°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 64°F and an average of 68°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Tolagnaro is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,164 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 97 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 184 mm of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 36 mm. That's 147 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.Tolagnaro is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 45.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.8 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 7.2 in of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 1.4 in. That's 5.8 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
Tolagnaro 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 September, averaging 20km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 16km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Tolagnaro 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 September, averaging 12mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 10mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Tolagnaro is during April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 67 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 28°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Tolagnaro is during April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 71°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.6 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 82°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 Tolagnaro 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 Tolagnaro 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.