Antsiranana Weather in April

Season: Dry Season; Autumn

Overview:
1. Averaging 22 - 31°C (72 - 88°F), the temperature will not make you feel quite hot or cool;
2. Dry season beings, and the rainfall is moderate and will not influence your trip a lot;
3. There may be light wind this month;
4. You can enjoy a tranquil Ansiranana trip in April.

Temperature

Although April is already the second month of autumn, its temperature is relatively high among the 12 months, averaging 22 - 31°C (72 - 88°F). Overall, it can be a little hot, but not very hot: based on previous years’ data, the daily maximum temperature generally doesn’t exceed 33°C (90°F). If you are sensitive to heat, you can escape the heat by avoiding going out between 12:00 and 14:00. The sea temperature is warm at 28°C (82°F), very nice for sea sports.

Sunny Antsiranana in April

Rainfall/ Humidity

In April, Antsiranana enters the dry season. The rainfall drops substantially even though is still a bit high compared with other months of the dry season. Specifically, the average rainfall in the month is 58 mm, scattering in 10 rainy days. The average daily rainfall is less than 6 mm and the rain is very light most of the time. In addition, generally speaking, the weather in the second half of the month is likely to be a little more stable than in the first half. The humidity for the month is 72%.

Daylight Hours/ Sunshine Hours

In April, daytime in Antsiranana lasts from 05:49 to 17:36, which is almost 12 hours, and the daily sunshine hours are about 8 on average. The UV intensity is high, with a UV index of 11+, so it is recommended that you take sun protective measures when the weather is sunny.

Wind

From April on, the weather of Antsiranana may be a little windy and it is mainly the south-easterly wind from the Indian Ocean. On average, the wind in this month is relatively soft with a speed of 15 km/h (9.3 mph). However, it should be noted that you may feel a little cool on windy nights.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Antsiranana?

April is a not bad month to visit Antsiranana. First, the climate of Antsiranana in April is OK: the rainfall is moderate; the temperature is a little high but you don’t feel too hot; the durations of both the daylight and the sunshine are not short. Second, this month belongs to the shoulder season in Antsiranana, so there won’t be a lot of tourists, and you can book hotels and flights you like at relatively cheap prices.

What to Bring for Antsiranana Trip in April

Daytime: The temperature is a little high, so you are advised to wear light-colored, breathable, and loose summer clothes to keep cool. For example, females can wear dresses, or T-shirts plus shorts or skirts; males can wear short shirts or sleeveless shirts plus shorts or thin long pants. Moreover, you may go swimming and do water sports on sunny days, so pack a swimming suit.

Nighttime: Since the temperature at night is about 10°C (50°F) lower than that of the daytime and there is cool wind, it is recommended that you add an extra thin shirt or jacket and change the shorts or skirts into thin long pants.

Shoes: In order to facilitate your visits to various spots you are interested in such as beaches and national parks during the sunny April, you are recommended to bring along a pair of slippers as well as a pair of cool and breathable sneakers.

Necessities: Be sure to pack sun protection items like sunglasses, sunhats, and sunscreen to protect yourself from the sun. Besides, considering that there are still 10 days with some drizzles, you’d better bring an umbrella when you travel to Antairanana in April 2026.

Top Things to Do in Antsiranana in April

Recommendation Rate:

In April, the climate of Antsiranana is mostly clear and sunny, and the roads are in good condition, so going to the beaches to enjoy the sun and hiking in the national parks to explore the amazing animals and the wonderful natural scenery are the most recommended things to do.

1. Relaxing and Surfing in Sakalava Bay

Sakalava Bay is one of the best surfing spots all over the world. In April, when the wind conditions are favorable and tourist numbers are low, it’s highly recommended to try windsurfing and kitesurfing here. When getting tired, you can head to nearby Pigeon Bay and Dune Bay, which are even quieter, to enjoy the beautiful clear water and warm sunshine.

People Enjoying Sea Sports in Antsiranana

2. Hiking in Amber Mountain National Park

Amber Mountain National Park is a large tropical rainforest and Madagascar’s first national park. The park offers stunning natural scenery, including various plants that may still be lush in April; rivers; waterfalls; and more. During the hike, in addition to the beautiful landscapes, you will encounter unique wildlife such as fossas, lemurs, birds, frogs, and butterflies. Look closely, and you might even spot the world’s smallest chameleon.

Amber Mountain National Park

3. Admiring the Magnificent Tsingy Rouge

Tsingy Rouge has karst landscape shaped by thousands of years of wind and rain erosion. While hiking in this area, you will discover thousands of stone pillars of varying heights and sizes. What makes it different from other stone forests is that, under different sunlight, these stone pillars display a range of colors, including red, yellow, and white, offering you a stunning and unique view.

Tips:

1. For outdoor visits, particularly hiking, it’s advisable to carry sufficient drinking water because the temperature is high and national parks and Tsingy Rouge are vast in size.
2. If you suffer from rhinitis, it’s wise to wear masks when heading to various attractions, as the roads can be quite dusty during the dry season.

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