Climate Insights for Vohimanitra

Manakara, Fitovinany Region, Madagascar

Hottest
December
30°C peak
Coldest
July
15°C low
Wettest
February
392mm rain
Best to Visit
May, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Vohimanitra is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 2132mm of precipitation falls per year. Vohimanitra receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Vohimanitra 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 July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 15°C.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 22° Feb Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 22° Mar Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 22° Apr Max: 27° Average: 24° Min: 21° May Max: 25° Average: 21° Min: 18° Jun Max: 23° Average: 19° Min: 16° Jul Max: 23° Average: 19° Min: 15° Aug Max: 24° Average: 20° Min: 16° Sep Max: 25° Average: 21° Min: 17° Oct Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Nov Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 21° Dec Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 22°
Max
Average
Min

Vohimanitra sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 15°C to 30°C. The warmest month is December, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 15°C and an average of 19°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.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 388mm Feb Precipitation: 392mm Mar Precipitation: 379mm Apr Precipitation: 162mm May Precipitation: 97mm Jun Precipitation: 127mm Jul Precipitation: 64mm Aug Precipitation: 60mm Sep Precipitation: 52mm Oct Precipitation: 94mm Nov Precipitation: 138mm Dec Precipitation: 180mm
Precipitation

Vohimanitra is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2132mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 178mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 392mm of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 52mm. That's 340mm 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

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 13km/h Feb Wind Speed: 12km/h Mar Wind Speed: 11km/h Apr Wind Speed: 10km/h May Wind Speed: 10km/h Jun Wind Speed: 10km/h Jul Wind Speed: 10km/h Aug Wind Speed: 11km/h Sep Wind Speed: 13km/h Oct Wind Speed: 14km/h Nov Wind Speed: 14km/h Dec Wind Speed: 13km/h
Wind Speed

Vohimanitra 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 October, averaging 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 10km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 13km/h in summer, 10km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

89 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Vohimanitra, which began on March 20, 2026. Vohimanitra is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed — spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in December at around 30°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 15°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 17 to 29°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 284mm for the season, averaging 95mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 22 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 960mm across the season with a monthly average of 320mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 18 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 637mm across the season with a monthly average of 212mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 15 to 24°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 251mm for the season, averaging 84mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 26°
Feb 25°
Mar 25°
Apr 24°
May 21°
Jun 19°
Jul 19°
Aug 20°
Sep 21°
Oct 23°
Nov 24°
Dec 26°

The best time to visit Vohimanitra is during May, July, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 73mm per month. By contrast, December can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 30°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.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Vohimanitra 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
22 °C
30 °C
13 km/h
388 mm
0 cm
Feb
22 °C
29 °C
12 km/h
392 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
22 °C
29 °C
11 km/h
379 mm
0 cm
Apr
21 °C
27 °C
10 km/h
162 mm
0 cm
May
18 °C
25 °C
10 km/h
97 mm
0 cm
Jun
16 °C
23 °C
10 km/h
127 mm
0 cm
Jul
15 °C
23 °C
10 km/h
64 mm
0 cm
Aug
16 °C
24 °C
11 km/h
60 mm
0 cm
Sep
17 °C
25 °C
13 km/h
52 mm
0 cm
Oct
19 °C
28 °C
14 km/h
94 mm
0 cm
Nov
21 °C
29 °C
14 km/h
138 mm
0 cm
Dec
22 °C
30 °C
13 km/h
180 mm
0 cm
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