Antsirabe Weather

Antsirabe, Madagascar’s highest city with an altitude of about 1,500 meters (4,920 feet), has a tropical plateau climate featuring mild temperatures all year round. The yearly average temperature ranges from 9 to 28°C (48 to 82°F). Even on the hottest days around January, the highest temperature is no more than 30°C (86°F) and there is no need to use an air conditioner. During the coldest time from June to August, with the lowest average temperatures of 9 to 10°C (48 to 50°F), people may need to warm up by a fireplace in the evening. 

As for the precipitation here, it varies between dry and rainy seasons. The rainy season lasts from November to April, bringing high rainfall. The day with the shortest daytime of nearly 11 hours falls in July and the longest daytime is 13 hours and 20 minutes in December.

 Coolest Month: July: 9-21°C (48-70°F)
 Hottest Month: January: 17-27°C (63-81°F)
 Rainiest Month: January: 313 mm / 21 rainy days
 Driest Month: August: 9 mm / 3 rainy days

The dry season from May to October is the best time to visit Antsirabe because it’s cooler with less rainfall. In pleasant weather, one can either comfortably wander around the streets or hike to view volcano lakes.

Rainy days are more from November to April and it is humid during this period. Besides, roads to volcano lakes become muddy. If you choose to visit Antsirabe in the rainy season, you may be restricted to the city area.

Rainy Season from November to April

Fog Before Rain in a Village of Antsirabe

 Average temperature: 15-28°C (59-82°F)
 Rainfall in total: 1,362mm
 Clothes to wear: In the rainy season with relatively high temperatures, you need to wear quick-dry and comfortable tops and bottoms such as short-sleeve shirts, T-shirts, and thin trousers. For shoes, water-proof sneakers are more suitable for you to travel in this season. Besides, a raincoat or an umbrella is essential in these months each with 10 or more rainy days.

Travel Tips:

1. Fewer tourists choose to visit Antsirabe in the rainy season, so during this period, hotel prices are lower and it’s easier to book a nice room and enjoy a tranquil trip.
2. The humid environment in the rainy season is prone to breeding mosquitoes. To ensure a comfortable trip, you are suggested to take anti-mosquito spray and stickers to avoid bites.
3. To make your trip safe, please check the road situation in advance and visit attractions less affected by rain. Anyway, slippery roads caused by rain can lead to accidents.

Dry Season from May to October

 Average temperature: 9-28°C (48-82°F)
 Rainfall in total: 204mm
 Clothes to wear: In consideration of relatively low temperatures in the early morning and late evening, long-sleeve shirts or coats should be packed into your bag. For walks on the streets or hikes on the mountain, don’t forget sneakers and flats. In addition, a sun hat is useful for blocking ultraviolet rays on sunny days.

Antsirabe's Street on a Sunny Day

Best Things to Do:

1. View the turquoise Lake Tritriva with a shape similar to that of Madagascar. The lake is surrounded by dense eucalyptus trees and a love story just makes it more attractive.
2. Take a hot spring bath in Centre Thermal Antsirabe, a local hotel with a history of more than 200 years. Antsirabe is renowned for its hot springs and local people believe that it can cure some diseases.
3. Take a city walk to admire the ancient train station, the Fahaleovantena Tribes Monument, and the Antsirabe Cathedral. Besides, go to the Asabotsy Market to feel the local hustle and bustle and see brilliant gems which are local specialties.