Best Time to Visit Antsiranana, Diana, Madagascar
Antsiranana is at its sunniest and driest in May–November.
The best time to visit Antsiranana for sunny, dry weather is May–November — 7 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through May–November; the wetter half falls in December–April. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 23.8°C / 74.8°F in July to 27°C / 80.6°F in December, with rainfall from 10 mm / 0.4 in (September) to 310 mm / 12.2 in (January). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Antsiranana, Diana, Madagascar's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Antsiranana's climate is broadly consistently warm. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| May | 26.1°C79°F | 18 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Hot |
| June | 24.5°C76.1°F | 16 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm |
| July | 23.8°C74.8°F | 21 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Warm |
| August | 24°C75.2°F | 19 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Warm |
| September | 24.7°C76.5°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 25.5°C77.9°F | 19 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| November | 26.7°C80.1°F | 33 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Hot |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Antsiranana?
The best time to visit Antsiranana for sunny, dry weather is May, June, July, August, September, October, November. At the city itself, the warmest month is December averaging 27°C / 80.6°F, and the driest is September with about 10 mm / 0.4 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Antsiranana's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Antsiranana?
The rainy season at Antsiranana, Diana runs through December–April, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 33 mm / 1.3 in. The wettest single month is January (310 mm / 12.2 in).
What is the driest month in Antsiranana?
The driest month in Antsiranana is September, averaging about 10 mm / 0.4 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 24.7°C / 76.5°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Antsiranana?
The least comfortable months for travel to Antsiranana — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, June, July, August, September. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 310 mm / 12.2 in in January, and the coldest month averages 23.8°C / 74.8°F.
Is Antsiranana climate different from Madagascar overall?
Yes, usually. Our Antsiranana figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Madagascar figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Antsiranana specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.