Antsiranana Weather in June

Season: Dry Season; Winter
Overview:
1. June belongs to the dry season with stable climate;
2. With an average temperature of 20 - 29°C (68 - 84°F), Antsiranana in June is a good place to escape extreme heat of the Northern Hemisphere;
3. There are still not many visitors in Antsiranan in June.

Temperature

In June, Antsiranana enters winter, the time with the lowest temperature throughout the year. Nevertheless, its average temperature can still reach 20 - 29°C (68 - 84°F). The days are basically warm and the nights can be a bit cool, especially if there is a wind. Even in winter, you can go swimming in the sea: the sea temperature is 26°C (79°F) on average this month.

Dry Roads of Antsiranana in June

Rainfall/ Humidity

The weather of Antsiranana in June is relatively stable with an average rainfall of only 21 mm and an average humidity of 64%. The average number of days with some rain is 6. Moreover, in fact, the rain in this month is usually light and of short duration. In other words, it’s still possible to go out for visits even on rainy days.

Daylight Hours/ Sunshine Hours

In June, the sun rises at about 06:06 and sets at 17:23, so the average daylight hours are only about 11, the shortest of the 12 months. The short daytime hours may not be very favorable for your trip, especially in Antsiranana where the scenic spots are a little far from the town. Therefore, when traveling to Antsiranana this month, it is recommended that you schedule your trip a little tighter. With up to 9 hours of sunshine a day and the lowest UV index in 12 months, June boasts good conditions for going to the beach and sunbathing.

Wind

The winds this month have an average speed of 22 kph (14 mph), which is gentle and will make the apparent temperature a little cooler. Also, it is favorable for beginners who want to try kitesurfing.

Is June a Good Time to Visit Antsiranana?

June is one of the most recommended months for almost all tourists who want to visit Antsiranana in 2025: for those who want to go hiking in national parks or Tsingy Rouge, June has sunny weather, favorable temperature, and good road conditions; for those who want to go to the beach and enjoy sunbathing, there are a lot of sunny days, long hours of sunshine, and not-so-strong UV rays; for those who want to enjoy kitesurfing, there are good wind conditions; and for those who want to avoid the crowds, June is the shoulder season in Antsiranana without a lot of tourists.

Sunny June with not much Tourists

Packing List for Antsiranana Trip in June

Clothes: During the warm daytime, cool summer clothes like dresses, skirts, shorts, thin long pants, T-shirts, and short shorts are all suitable. However, in the early morning and evening, when the weather is a little cool, it is recommended that you add a thin shirt or a thin jacket and change your shorts and skirts to thin jeans or thin sweatpants. In addition, the temperature of the sea is favorable and you may go to the sea to swim or enjoy water sports, so you are recommended to bring a swimsuit.

Shoes: You are advised to pack at least two pairs of shoes, a pair of flip-flops or sandals for relaxation on the beach, and a pair of sneakers or hiking shoes for long walks. The sneakers and hiking shoes you bring should ideally be easy to clean, as the roads in Antsiranana are dusty this month.

Other Items:
1. Although this month’s UV index is the lowest of the 12 months, it is still 8, so sun protection items such as sun hats and sunscreen are still highly recommended.
2. You may need glasses and masks on dusty roads.

Top Destination to Go in Antsiranana in June

Recommendation Rate:

1. Emerald Sea

Emerald Sea is one of the largest lagoons in the bay of Antsiranana, and the clear transparent waters and the coral reefs on the bottom of the sea give it such an extraordinary color of turquoise-blue. In sunny June, you can board the small ships of fishermen to set sail on the sea and enjoy the jewel-like waters and sunbathing. Moreover, in June with high undersea visibility and suitable wind conditions, you can also snorkel or go kitesurfing and windsurfing here.

People Enjoying the Jewel-like Sea

2. Tsingy Rouge

In Antsiranana, lies a colorful natural wonder Tsingy Rouge, which means “red stone forest”. In June, when the road conditions are good, you are highly recommended to visit this unique landscape, carved by the wind and rain of the years. The stone pillars and stalagmites here are staggered and of different shapes. The most breathtaking sight is that these geological structures will take on the color of fascinating red, orange, etc. when exposed to bright sunlight.

3. French Mountain

The climate of Antsiranan in June is sunny but not too hot, so you are advised to visit French Mountain. During your hiking, you will be able to see the remains of the coastal defense fortifications built by the French colonizers such as forts and pillboxes, as well as wildlife such as cute ring-tailed lemurs, birds, chameleons, and tall baobabs. In addition, after climbing to the top of the Mountain, you can have a panoramic view of the city of Antsiranana as well as the beautiful bay.

Big Baobab in French Mountain

Tips:

1. If you plan to set sail on the sea, you’d better wear shoes like slippers that won’t make you uncomfortable after getting wet, protect your phone with a waterproof case, and take sun protection measures.

2. In addition to Emerald Sea, Sakalava Bay is also a nice place to experience kitesurfing.

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