Madagascar Weather in November

 Season: Rainy Season 

In Short: warm, humid, beginning of rainy season

 

Hiking in Ranomafana National Park in November

The weather in Madagascar in November can be described as warm and humid. The average temperature for the month is in the range of 19-29°C (66.2°F-84.2°F) and the daily sunlight lasts for about 13 hours on average. November marks the beginning of the rainy season and the average total precipitation can reach 110 mm. In terms of regions, the central and eastern parts of Madagascar have more rains while the west and the south coastal areas remain relatively dry. Be aware that cyclones occurs from time to time starting from this month.

 The warmest cities in Madagascar in November 

Toliara: 23.5-30.5°C (74.3°F-86.9°F); Mahajanga: 25.5-31.7°C (77.9°F-89.06°F); Morondava: 24.5-31.8°C (76.1°F-89.24°F)

 The coldest cities in Madagascar in November 

Antananarivo: 14.8-26.6°C (58.64°F-79.88°F); Fianarantsoa: 15.9-25.5°C (60.62°F-77.9°F); Toamasina: 20.4-28.4°C (68.72°F-83.12°F)

What to Wear in Madagascar in November

The weather varies in different regions in Madagascar, so what you wear needs to be changed accordingly.

The northwest and southwest have much higher temperature and less rainfall. If you plan to travel there, you can choose light T-shirt, Polo-shirt or waistcoat as your tops and skirt or shorts as your bottoms to keep you cool. A thin dress is also suitable for girls. As for shoes, you can wear sandals or flip flops to enjoy your beach time. By the way, colorful beach gear such as swimsuit can also add glamour to your various water sports in these areas. The sunlight is strong in sunny days, so be sure to bring your sun protection items.

While the weather is more humid in the central and eastern regions like Antananarivo and Toamasina, so the first important thing in your mind must be to keep an umbrella at hands all the time to deal with unexpected rains. If you travel to natural reserves, breathable and sweat-absorbing long-sleeved tops and light pants are more advised for you. Mosquito repellent is also a must. As it rains a lot in these regions, it is recommended that you wear comfortable and lightweight sports shoes or rain boots when hiking.

Why Travel to Madagascar in November

November is still a good time to travel to Madagascar to some extent. 

1. The favorable weather offers you more options of travel destinations, from coastal areas to rainforest areas. 
2. Increased rainfall contributes to a vibrant and luxuriant landscape and then it gives animals a better place to live in, thus you can enjoy finer views. 
3. There are fewer tourists at this time, which reduces the trouble of queuing in popular scenic spots. 
4. Your travel costs must be saved because of lower prices of accommodations and flights and it is much easier to book a satisfying room to live in. 

However, you have to notice that some remote areas may be restricted for visit with the onset of the rainy season, so check the information about your destinations in advance.

Top attractions to Visit in Madagascar in November

Tourism Rate:

1. Nosy Be

It’s a good idea to spend some time relaxing on the beach and rambling in the rainforest in Nosy Be in November, as the ocean waters are warmer and the landscape here becomes fresher and lusher. The warm ocean water provides ideal condition for diving, snorkeling and other water activities, so you can dance with fishes and see beautiful coral reefs in the sea. Or you can lie on the beach to enjoy a sunbathe and have a causal chat with friends over a cool drink. What’s more, taking your time wandering around this small island to appreciate colorful sceneries is also an enjoyment. 

2. Kirindy Mitea National Park

In November, rainfall is relatively less and wildlife, chameleons and lemurs are more active in the west and south of Madagascar. Kirindy Mitea National Park is located in Morondava, which is exactly in the western part of Madagascar. If you plan to take nature walks here, you can easily observe not only various kinds of agile and cute reptiles or lemurs that are unique to Madagascar, but also tall and sturdy baobabs or other vital and green vegetation after the rain. If you’re a nature photographer, you can’t miss the opportunity to record the flora and fauna here with your camera.

3. Ifaty

The unique charm of semi-arid landscape in Ifaty also attracts many visitors from all over the world, especially the rare spiny forests in the Reniala Reserve. It is the perfect time to travel here because the scenery is more enchanting in November. In addition to watching a variety of baobabs and endemic wildlife, you can also experience local traditional life patterns and feel specific cultural atmosphere by visiting nearby Vezo fishing village. Besides, Ifaty has one of the most stunning beaches in Africa, so you can also devote yourself to beach activities here.

4. Ranomafana National Park

The Ranomafana National Park is one of the two major lush rain forests in Madagascar, which can be called a natural fertile ground for plants and animals. There are at least 12 species of lemurs, 62 species of reptiles, 98 species of amphibians and 115 species of birds, so you cannot deny that adventuring here in November can give you the pleasure of contacting closely with all kinds of animals, as they are very active and can be encountered everywhere at this time. 

November Weather of Major Madagascar Cities

City	Temp	Rainfall (mm)	Humi- dity (%)	Sunrise/ Sunset
Antananarivo	14.8-26.6°C (58.64°F-79.88°F)	187.7	70	05:12:03/ 18:00:27
Toliara	23.5-30.5°C (74.3°F-86.9°F)	12	64	05:16:14/ 18:15:41
Fianaranstoa	15.9-25.5°C (60.62°F-77.9°F)	144	77	05:07:33/ 18:04:58
Toamasina	20.4-28.4°C (68.72°F-83.12°F)	169.7	83	05:04:19/ 17:50:29
Mahajanga	25.5-31.7°C (77.9°F-89.06°F)	84	67	05:15:53/ 17:59:06
Morondava	24.5-31.8°C (76.1°F-89.24°F)	11	63	05:11:49/ 18:00:21
Antisiranana	22.5-31.5°C (72.5°F-88.7°F)	54.6	66	05:07:01/ 17:43:53

Madagascar Weather by Month

Recommended Madagascar Tours

East and North of Madagascar: 15 Days Antananarivo - Andasibe - Ankanin'ny Nofy - Antsiranana - Amber Mount - Ankarana - Nosy Be - Antananarivo

Highlights of Madagascar: 11 Days Antananarivo - Morondava - Kirindy - Bekopaka - Morondava - Andasibe - Akanin’ny Nofy - Antananarivo

Classic RN7 Route Tour: 14 Days Antananarivo - Andasibe - Antsirabe - Ranomafana - Ranohira - Ifaty - Antananarivo