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Climate normals · 2016–2025

When to go: Madagascar month by month

Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Madagascar are typically May, August and September, with average daytime highs around 22–24°C. November is usually the warmest month (average high 27°C), July the coldest (average low 10°C), and January the wettest (about 337 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.

Monthly averages computed from 2016–2025 Open-Meteo historical weather records for this location. Long-run averages, not a forecast.
MonthAvg high (°C)Avg low (°C)Rain (mm)Sunshine (h/day)
January25.816.73379.2
February25.816.82539.5
March25.316.518610.0
April24.415.25510.2
May22.413.0119.6
June20.410.8159.2
July19.79.979.3
August21.510.1910.3
September23.711.2711.0
October26.313.63411.5
November27.315.512211.5
December26.516.221110.7

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Past and future events in Madagascar

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Past · documented context

Previously

  1. 2025 Military Coup

    A series of mass protests resulted in a military coup and the installation of Michael Randrianirina as president of a military junta in Madagascar.

  2. First Franco-Hova War

    Began in 1883 when France bombed Majunga following diplomatic fallout with Madagascar.

  3. French Annexation of Madagascar

    France annexed Madagascar in 1896 and declared the island a colony the following year.

Current public leadership

  • Mamitiana Rajaonarison

    Wikidata currently records this person as Madagascar's head of government. Malagasy military and stateperson.

  • Michael Randrianirina

    Transitional president and military junta leader of Madagascar following the 2025 mass protests and military coup.

  • René de Rolland Urbain LYLYSON

    Major General and Minister of Land & Land Services.

  • Christian Ntsay

    Former Prime Minister of Madagascar whose government served until September 2025.

People associated with this place

  • Gisèle Rabesahala

    A prominent political activist, newspaper founder of Imongo Vaovao, and the first Malagasy woman elected as a city councilor in Antananarivo in 1958.

Historical figures

  • Radama I

    King of Madagascar who expanded Merina rule and concluded treaties in the early 19th century.

  • Ranavalona I

    Queen of Madagascar whose 33-year reign included strict isolationist policies and suppression of Christianity.

  • Ratsimilaho

    Founder of the Betsimisaraka Confederation in the 18th century.

Local business and employers

Newspapers and local media

  • Imongo Vaovao

    Newspaper established by political activist Gisèle Rabesahala in Madagascar.

  • The Graphic

    British newspaper that historically referenced Madagascar in its 1882 edition.

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01 · Overview

Madagascar, in brief

Madagascar is mapped here through verified geographic facts and source-linked daily data. Its longer editorial profile is in the enrichment queue.

02 · History

How Madagascar took shape

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03 · Government

Government and public life in Madagascar

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04 · Economy

Work and the economy in Madagascar

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05 · Culture

Culture and creative life in Madagascar

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06 · Travel

Travelling through Madagascar

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07 · Safety

Safety and practical guidance for Madagascar

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08 · Questions

Questions about Madagascar

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Frequently Asked Questions about Madagascar

Essential geographic, demographic, currency, and travel context verified from primary records.

01 · Q&A

What is the capital city and population of Madagascar?

The capital of Madagascar is Antananarivo, and the total national population is estimated at 26,262,368.

02 · Q&A

Where is Madagascar located and what is its total area?

Madagascar is located in Africa, spanning an area of approximately 587,040 km².

03 · Q&A

What currency and languages are spoken in Madagascar?

The official currency is Ariary (MGA) and recognized languages include FR-MG, MG.

04 · Q&A

What are the major cities and regions in Madagascar?

Prominent cities and cultural hubs mapped across Madagascar include Antananarivo, Toamasina, Antsirabe, Mahajanga, Fianarantsoa.

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Cities and towns in Madagascar

Antananarivo1,349,501 people · research starts when openedToamasina345,107 people · research starts when openedAntsirabe260,907 people · Full profileMahajanga260,556 people · Full profileFianarantsoa203,105 people · research starts when openedToliara178,725 people · research starts when openedAntsiranana136,959 people · Full profileSambava89,003 people · research starts when openedImerintsiatosika74,085 people · research starts when openedAntalaha71,898 people · Full profileTôlanaro71,258 people · Full profileAntanifotsy70,626 people · Full profile