May weather forecast
Madagascar

May marks the middle of the autumn season in Madagascar, characterised by continuing decreases in temperature and rainfall across the country. This month further cements the dry season, providing favourable conditions for exploration and wildlife viewing.

In the eastern and northeastern tropical regions, the average temperatures drop slightly, ranging between 18°C (64.4°F) to 23°C (73.4°F). Correspondingly, rainfall levels continue to decrease, with the tropical rainforest and monsoon climate zones receiving around 80mm (3.15") to 150mm (5.91") of rainfall. As a result, the overall humidity of these regions starts to diminish.

The central subtropical region, with its high plateaus, sees temperatures averaging between 14°C (57.2°F) and 19°C (66.2°F). Rainfall in this region continues to decrease during May, adding to the appeal of the central highlands for outdoor activities such as hiking and nature walks.

Meanwhile, the western warm steppe region, known for its arid climate, maintains relatively warm temperatures in May, with averages from 23°C (73.4°F) to 28°C (82.4°F). The rainfall in this region continues to be minimal, keeping the region predominantly dry.

When compared to April, the weather in May sees a continuation of the cooling trend and further reductions in rainfall across Madagascar. As the country heads into June, these trends persist, preparing the country for the onset of the cooler, drier winter season.

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• Antananarivo - May »
  In Antananarivo in May, during 2 rainfall days, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Antananarivo, in May, during 2 rainfall days, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Toamasina - May »
  In Toamasina, Madagascar, in May, the average water temperature is 27.4°C (81.3°F). In Toamasina, in May, the average water temperature is 27.4°C (81.3°F).
• Antsirabe - May »
  In Antsirabe in May, during 11.3 rainfall days, 14mm (0.55") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Antsirabe, in May, during 11.3 rainfall days, 14mm (0.55") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Fianarantsoa - May »
  In Fianarantsoa, during May, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 27mm (1.06") of precipitation. In Fianarantsoa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 220.5 days and collects up to 1093mm (43.03") of precipitation.
• Mahajanga - May »
  In Mahajanga, Madagascar, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.5 days and collects up to 817mm (32.17") of precipitation. On the first day of May in Mahajanga sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 17:38.
• Toliara - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Toliara sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 17:26 EAT. In Toliara in May, during 4.9 rainfall days, 10mm (0.39") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Ambovombe - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Ambovombe sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 17:13 EAT. In Ambovombe, Madagascar, during May, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 21mm (0.83") of precipitation.
• Amparafaravola - May »
  In Amparafaravola, May signals the onset of drier weather, with rainfall decreasing to approximately 92mm (3.62") and being spread across 23.8 days. On the last day of the month, in Amparafaravola, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 17:19 EAT.
• Vavatenina - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Vavatenina, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 17:15 EAT. In Vavatenina in May, it is raining for 23.8 days, with typically 92mm (3.62") of accumulated precipitation.
• Morondava - May »
  The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. Throughout the year, in Morondava, Madagascar, there are 87.2 rainfall days, and 370mm (14.57") of precipitation is accumulated.
• Ambanja - May »
  In Ambanja, Madagascar, in May, it is raining for 21.8 days, with typically 59mm (2.32") of accumulated precipitation. On the last day of May, in Ambanja, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 17:25 EAT.