Our verdict
The best time to visit Antananarivo is September-October
In the summer months, temperatures tend to get to a maximum of around 28℃ (83℉). The weather in the winter, especially around July, can reach a minimum of 9℃ (48℉).
If you’re keen to see the sights of Antananarivo during the day, the sun stays up the longest around December. The wet season in Antananarivo usually falls during the months surrounding January each year. It’s not uncommon to get some decent rainfall or light showers during this time, but on some days the weather tends to be fine for a majority of the day, with only a few drops of rain falling from a passing shower.
Continue reading to find out more about when to visit Antananarivo, including the climate, seasonal info, what to pack, FAQs, and the best tools to help you plan and book your next vacation.
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Antananarivo seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Antananarivo as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Antananarivo is in the Southern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:
| Season | Months |
|---|---|
| Summer | December to February |
| Autumn/fall | March to May |
| Winter | June to August |
| Spring | September to November |
Average temperatures in Antananarivo
If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Antananarivo for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.
Antananarivo climate by month
If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Antananarivo for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.
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Antananarivo in January
- Average temperature: 20℃ (67℉)
- Average high temperature: 24℃ (75℉)
- Average low temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
- Average humidity: 86%
- Average sunny days: 4 days
- Average rainfall: 232mm (9") over 26 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Antananarivo in January, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Antananarivo in February
- Average temperature: 20℃ (67℉)
- Average high temperature: 24℃ (75℉)
- Average low temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
- Average humidity: 86%
- Average sunny days: 3 days
- Average rainfall: 192mm (8") over 24 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Antananarivo in February, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Antananarivo in March
- Average temperature: 19℃ (67℉)
- Average high temperature: 24℃ (75℉)
- Average low temperature: 16℃ (60℉)
- Average humidity: 86%
- Average sunny days: 6 days
- Average rainfall: 129mm (5") over 23 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Antananarivo in March, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Antananarivo in April
- Average temperature: 18℃ (64℉)
- Average high temperature: 23℃ (73℉)
- Average low temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
- Average humidity: 85%
- Average sunny days: 14 days
- Average rainfall: 32mm (1") over 13 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Antananarivo in April, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Antananarivo in May
- Average temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
- Average high temperature: 21℃ (70℉)
- Average low temperature: 12℃ (54℉)
- Average humidity: 83%
- Average sunny days: 22 days
- Average rainfall: 6mm (0") over 7 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Antananarivo in May, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Antananarivo in June
- Average temperature: 14℃ (58℉)
- Average high temperature: 19℃ (66℉)
- Average low temperature: 10℃ (50℉)
- Average humidity: 83%
- Average sunny days: 22 days
- Average rainfall: 7mm (0") over 5 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Antananarivo in June, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Antananarivo in July
- Average temperature: 13℃ (56℉)
- Average high temperature: 18℃ (65℉)
- Average low temperature: 9℃ (49℉)
- Average humidity: 80%
- Average sunny days: 25 days
- Average rainfall: 4mm (0") over 4 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Antananarivo in July, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Antananarivo in August
- Average temperature: 15℃ (58℉)
- Average high temperature: 20℃ (68℉)
- Average low temperature: 10℃ (50℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 25 days
- Average rainfall: 4mm (0") over 3 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Antananarivo in August, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Antananarivo in September
- Average temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
- Average high temperature: 22℃ (72℉)
- Average low temperature: 11℃ (52℉)
- Average humidity: 71%
- Average sunny days: 23 days
- Average rainfall: 4mm (0") over 4 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Antananarivo in September, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
Antananarivo in October
- Average temperature: 19℃ (67℉)
- Average high temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
- Average low temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
- Average humidity: 68%
- Average sunny days: 16 days
- Average rainfall: 33mm (1") over 13 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Antananarivo in October, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Antananarivo in November
- Average temperature: 20℃ (68℉)
- Average high temperature: 26℃ (78℉)
- Average low temperature: 16℃ (60℉)
- Average humidity: 73%
- Average sunny days: 9 days
- Average rainfall: 107mm (4") over 19 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Antananarivo in November, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Antananarivo in December
- Average temperature: 20℃ (69℉)
- Average high temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
- Average low temperature: 16℃ (62℉)
- Average humidity: 79%
- Average sunny days: 6 days
- Average rainfall: 147mm (6") over 23 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Antananarivo in December, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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