The weather in May in Madagascar
It's warm in May in Madagascar with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 26°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 18°C and 21°C.
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Madagascar. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Madagascar. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 31°C in 2023, Madagascar reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 22°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 13°C to a highest value of 23°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 139 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in May for Madagascar
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Madagascar. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Madagascar | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 27°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 29°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 18°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 139 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 15 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Madagascar with hot temps, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights around 21°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 28°C, with nights around 20°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Madagascar is around 27°C, while nighttime temps are about 20°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Madagascar. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Madagascar
Temperature in May in Madagascar over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in 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.
Daily Precipitation in May in Madagascar
Total precipitation in May in Madagascar over the years
Daily UV index in May in Madagascar
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Madagascar, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Weather experiences in May in Madagascar
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Warm but not too warm, a comfortable temperature of around 25 degrees. It was cloudy and occasional light rain, but mostly sunny. Ideal for active vacations.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Madagascar by month
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