Antananarivo Weather in June

Season: Dry Season
In Short: dry, cool in the daytime, cold at night

In June, the weather of Antananarivo is the driest compared with other months of the year, with the monthly average precipitation being 7.7 mm and scattering in 6 days. In contrast, the wettest month’s rainfall can reach more than 330 mm. The humidity drops to 77.5%. There are more sunny days in this month. In terms of temperature, it is, in general, cool and sometimes cold at night. In the daytime, the highest temperature reaches 21.1°C (50°F) on average; while at night, the lowest monthly average temperature drops to 10°C (69.98°F).

Windy days also appear more frequently in June. As for the duration of daytime, the sun rises at about 6:18 and falls at 17:22 or so, and the total daytime is around 11 hours. In all, the weather of Antananarivo in June is quite pleasant for visitors to travel around.

  See also: Madagascar Weather in June

The Top View of Antananarivo in June

What to Wear and Bring to Visit Antananarivo in June:

During the daytime, wearing T-shirts, blouses, or thin long-sleeved shirts is fine. However, when the night falls, it’s quite necessary
to put on a trench coat or outdoor jacket since the temperature drops drastically and quickly. For shoes, if you are going to explore the dense rainforests or national parks around Antananarivo in June, 2025, a pair of comfortable sneakers or loafers is fine. Moreover, remember to pack mosquito repellent or anti-mosquito patches when going to the wild. It will give you a better travel experience.

Best Things to Do in Antananarivo in June:

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1. Have Fun in Lemurs’ Park:

If you’d like to see lemurs in close distance and don’t want to spend too much time on the way, Lemurs' Park is your best choice. The distance between Lemurs’ Park and Antananarivo City center is roughly 20 kilometers (12 miles). In June, it’s easier for visitors to trek on the dry path in the park, and lemurs tend to be more active on sunny days. The park aims to protect endangered lemurs, and six species of lemurs are living in the park. Since the majority of them are active throughout the day, you might be able to observe their actual living arrangements and routines. The park also accommodates chameleons and turtles.
 

A Lemur Ready to Jump

2. Observe Unique Animals & Plants in Andasibe National Park

With lower temperature in June, mosquitoes and bugs wouldn’t bother you too much during your visit to Andasibe National Park. In the park’s vast rainforests, a number of tourists seek for the trail of lemurs. You may bump into the biggest species of lemur - Indri Lemur while soaking in the gorgeous landscapes of dense vegetation and flowing waterfalls. Try to come here on a sunny day because the creatures are more active when there’s sunshine in the forests. Most importantly, there are various species of animals, including mammals, reptiles, and birds. The star animals here are definitely lemurs and chameleons.
 

A Chameleon in Andasibe

3. Relax by Lake Anosy:

June has plenty of sunny days and Lake Anosy will look perfect when it’s sunny. The lake is actually a landmark of Antananarivo, surrounded by another landmark of Antananarivo, the Prime Minister’s Palace, and several other municipal buildings. There’s a white statue of an angel on the island in the lake center, which was built to commemorate the victims of WWⅡ.
 

Lake Anosy

Madagascar Festivals in June:

1. National Day

The National Day of Madagascar will fall on June 26th. This is the day they celebrate their independence from France in 1960. On that day, its capital, Antananarivo, will hold a military parade in Barea Mahamasina Stadium. If you plan to come to Antananarivo in June 2025, remember to have a look.
 

2. Famadihana

Famadihana is a Malagasy traditional festival honoring the dead ancestors and is mainly held in Antananarivo and its neighboring area. People will take the dead body out of the tomb, clean it, and cover it with a new shroud. Then they’ll lift the body up to their heads and carry it around. At last, they’ll bury the body back in the tomb. Madagascar people believe this behavior is a way to enshrine the dead and ask for their blessings. Actually, the exact date of Famadihana is not fixed, but it usually starts in the dry months like June.

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