Antsiranana Weather in December

Season: Rainy Season; Summer
Overview:
(1) With relatively high temperature and rainfall, December is not a good month to visit Antsiranana;
(2) December is the slack season, with fewer tourists and lower prices of hotels and flight tickets.

Rainfall/ Humidity

In December, Antsiranana enters the rainy season. On average, the rainfall increases to about 175 mm and rainy days to 14, which is relatively high but lower than that of other months of the rainy season. The rain is usually not very heavy, but it may last for a long period. Therefore, when traveling to Antsiranana this month, you’d better try to exclude consecutive rainy days from your trip by checking the weather forecast in advance. Because influenced by the relatively intensive rain, the roads are muddy and slippery, especially those in Tsingy Rouge. The humidity is also relatively high, at 72% on average.

Muddy River of Antsiranana in Rainy December

Temperature

The average temperature of Antsiranana in December is 23 - 32℃ (73 - 90℉), the highest throughout the year. Because the humidity is also a little high, you may feel a bit hot and stuffy in the daytime, especially at midday. As for the nighttime, it is usually warm. If you are sensitive to heat, it is recommended to avoid going out from 12:00 to 14:00. The sea is warm, with the average temperature of 27℃ (81℉).

Daylight Hours/ Sunshine Hours

In December, with the sunrise at around 05:10 and the sunset at around 18:16, the average daylight hours can reach about 13. However, since there is a lot of rain, the sunshine hours are about just 7 per day on average. Therefore, you actually do not have much time to travel around. Besides, the UV index this month is 11+, which is also not ideal for walking around.

See also: Madagascar Weather in December

Is December a Recommended Month to Visit Antsiranana?

Not really, because the weather of Antsiranana in December is a little terrible: the temperature, the rainfall, and the UV index are all relatively high, which will influence your outdoor activities a lot.

For a trip to Antsiranana in 2025, you are advised to make it in the dry season from April to November.

Crowds and Travel Cost of Antsiranana in December

However, if you only have time to come here in December, there are also some good points. In December, the whole Madagascar has quite a small number of tourists due to the bad weather, so is Antsiranana. At the same time, the tickets and hotels are relatively cheap and easy to book.

Packing List for Antsiranana Trip in December

Clothes: To keep comfortable in December with a little hot and humid climate, you are recommended to bring breathable and loose summer clothes. For example, you can wear top tanks, T-shirts, short shirts, shorts, and thin long pants. In addition, females are advised not to wear skirts or dresses, which are inconvenient on rainy days with muddy roads.

Shoes: If you are going to hang out a little in town or have fun on the beach, wear non-slip sandals or slippers, which are OK on wet roads or by the sea. When you go hiking, you’d better wear non-slip and water-proof hiking shoes or sneakers plus water-proof shoe covers, because the road conditions may be muddy in wet December.

Others:
(1) In rainy December, always remember to bring rain gear. As a reminder, raincoats are more convenient when hiking in national parks, while umbrellas are more convenient when walking around the city center.
(2) Since the UV rays are strong, you need to wear sunscreen, sunglasses, and sunhats on sunny days.
(3) There are many mosquitoes in Antsiranana this month, especially in areas with dense trees, so you are advised to prepare mosquito repellent.

Where to Visit in Antsiranana in Rainy December

Recommendation Rate:

According to the climate of Antisranana in December, you may encounter both rainy and sunny days during your stay. For better experience, you’d better make the most of the rainless periods.

1. Local Streets

Whether it’s a sunny day or a rainy day, you can go to the center of the city to take a stroll. In December, the number of tourists is very small, so you will have a leisurely and quiet trip. During your walking tour, you will see French-style buildings and various interesting and nice graffiti on the walls. In addition, on the side of the street, there are some stores selling handicrafts, like exquisite wood carvings and shell products, which may be meaningful souvenirs for you.

Local Street of Antsiranana

2. Ramena Beach

You may find a sunny day to go around the beaches of Antsiranana, Ramena Beach for example. The beach is pristine, with beautiful and clear seas, white and fine sands, and lush tropical trees. If time permits, you are highly recommended to catch a sunset here. In addition, you may spot a lot of small fishing boats on the shore, as there is a small fishing village here. If interested, you can step into the village to experience their daily life.

Sunset of Ramena Beach

3. Amber Mountain National Park

If the weather is sunny, or even if there is sporadic rain but the road conditions are OK, Amber Mountain National Park is well worth a visit. Walking into the park this month, you will see a lush scene: there are more than 1,000 species of plants in the Park. Then, during your hiking, you will observe turbulent waterfalls and beautiful lakes. Of course, when it comes to Madagascar’s national parks, it is impossible not to mention the rich variety of wildlife: there are 7 species of lemurs; 24 species of reptiles, including the world’s smallest chameleon; and more than 70 species of birds in the Park.

Amber Mountain National Park's Chameleon

Lovely Lemur of Antsiranana

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