Ifaty Weather in February

 Season: Rainy Season; Summer
 In Short: relatively rainy, hot
 
In February, Ifaty is still in the rainy season, with 99 mm of rainfall and 6 rainy days on average. The humidity this month reaches 75%. Though the rainfall is not very high, your travel will still be affected to a small extent if it rains. Therefore, if you plan to travel to Ifaty in February 2026, you are advised to check the weather forecast in advance to confirm the weather conditions and bring rain gear with you all the time. The average temperature in February is high at 23 - 32°C (73 - 90°F) and you will feel hot most of the time. The sea temperature reaches 29°C (84°F), which is suitable for swimming or snorkeling.

In spite of the unfavorable weather, the number of tourists in Ifaty is relatively small in February, and you can enjoy a budget and quiet trip.

Sea View on Rainy Days of Rainy February

Packing List for Ifaty Trip in February

 Tops: To keep cool, you are advised to wear thin and breathable tank tops and T-shirts. Moreover, light-colored ones are more recommended, since dark-colored ones may make you feel even hotter since they absorb more heat.

 Bottoms: Considering the hot and humid weather of Ifaty, you are recommended to wear shorts and skirts. However, you are advised to wear thin long pants when you travel to reserves, where a lot of mosquitoes exist.

 Shoes: Traveling to Ifaty in March, sandals and slippers are good choices, which are suitable for hot sunny days and easy to be cleaned after walking on muddy roads on rainy days. Besides, they are also the first choice when you go to the beach. You are also recommended to pack comfortable, non-slip, and waterproof hiking shoes for your possible trip to wild reserves.

 Others: 

(1) The climate of Ifaty in February shows that there are still a lot of rainy days, so you need to bring umbrellas or raincoats.
(2) To enjoy sunbathing on the beach and swimming in the sea, it is recommended that you bring a comfortable swimsuit.
(3) Remember to bring sun protection items like sunhats, sunglasses, and sunscreen for outdoor activities on sunny days.
(4) There are many mosquitoes in the forests during the rainy season, so it is recommended that you bring mosquito repellent if you plan to hike in reserves.

What to Do in Ifaty in February

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Even though in the rainy season, there are still a lot of sunny days for you to enjoy your Ifaty trip through the following things:

1. Enjoying Snorkeling in Ifaty Sea

As the sea water of Ifaty in March is warm, you are recommended to find a sunny day to snorkel. Ifaty Beach is known as one of the best places for snorkeling and diving in Madagascar due to its clear and turquoise water and diverse sea creatures. In specific, during the snorkeling process, you will enter a completely different but amazing world and see a variety of interesting underwater creatures, such as beautiful corals, colorful small fish, and large starfish.

Undersea View of Ifaty Beach

2. Hiking in Reniala Reserve

Whether you are a hiking lover or a wildlife lover, Reniala Reserve is a highly recommended place to visit. Bizarre thorny forests grow here, packed with species that can’t be found anywhere else on the earth. It is home to more than 1,000 kinds of plants, many of which are endemic. Hiking along the Reserve, you’ll encounter some of Madagascar’s most spectacular and oldest baobabs. In addition, you may find a variety of special mammals including gray lemurs, beautiful turtles, and some local birds of Madagascar.

People Hiking in Reniala Reserve

3. Visiting Nearby Fishing Villages

In addition to exploring the natural scenery, learning the lifestyle of the locals is also a fun experience, so you are recommended to travel to the nearby fishing villages. The fishermen go for fish in the morning and return at noon with their catches. If you’re interested, you can go with the skilled Vezo fishermen on traditional sailboats and see how they catch lobsters with ease. Moreover, it is equally interesting to walk into the fishing villages to see the local houses and sit on the beach to watch the children playing by the sea.

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