MadagascarThe climate of Mahajanga
The current climate in Mahajanga features temperatures ranging from a high of 36°C to a low of 31°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 34°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 18°C and in the warmer months around 24°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Mahajanga, Madagascar.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Mahajanga in recent years was 42°C in October 2023. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 22°C in January 2023.
Rainfall amount
On average, Mahajanga receives 1516 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
The hurricane season in Mahajanga runs from November to April.
Best time to visit Mahajanga?
The best time to visit Mahajanga for sunny weather is April through October. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Mahajanga. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
Climate Table of Mahajanga
The climate table of Mahajanga shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 31 | 32 | 32 | 33 | 33 | 31 | 32 | 33 | 35 | 35 | 36 | 34 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 24 | 25 | 24 | 23 | 22 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 23 | 25 | 25 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 490 | 289 | 286 | 48 | 3,9 | 3,6 | 6,4 | 3,4 | 1,8 | 43 | 124 | 216 |
| UV Index | 8 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 9 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Mahajanga, Madagascar. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Mahajanga
Yearly Temperature in Mahajanga
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Mahajanga, Madagascar. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Average Precipitation per Month in Mahajanga
Total Yearly Precipitation in Mahajanga
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Mahajanga, Madagascar. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Average UV Index per Month in Mahajanga
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Average weather in Mahajanga by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Mahajanga. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.