Climate Insights for Toliara
Toliara I, Atsimo-Andrefana, Madagascar
Climate Overview
The climate in Toliara is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 468 mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 121 mm of rainfall. Toliara 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, December, February. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 17°C.The climate in Toliara is hot. The average annual temperature is 77°F and approximately 18.4 in of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 4.8 in of rainfall. Toliara 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, December, February. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 62°F.
Temperature
Toliara sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 17°C to 32°C. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 17°C and an average of 21°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Toliara sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 62°F to 90°F. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 90°F and the mean temperature sits around 82°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 62°F and an average of 70°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 5°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Toliara is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 468 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 39 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 121 mm of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 2 mm. That's 119 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.Toliara is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 18.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.5 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 4.8 in of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.1 in. That's 4.7 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
Toliara is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/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 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Toliara is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 7mph, 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 Toliara is during May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 4 mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 32°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Toliara is during May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 73°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.2 in per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 90°F. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Toliara 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 Toliara 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.