Antsiranana Weather in March

Season: Rainy Season; Autumn

Overview:
(1) Antsiranana has warm overall but rainy March;
(2) The UV rays are strong;
(3) Despite of the rain, you will have a quiet and budget-friendly Antsiranana trip in March.

Temperature

The average maximum temperature is around 30 °C (86°F) at noon, dropping to around 23°C (73°F) at late night. There is a slight temperature difference between sunny and rainy days: the maximum temperature on a sunny day is around 31 °C (88°F), and the average maximum on a rainy day is usually around 2 - 3°C (36 - 37°F) lower. As a result, you’ll feel warm and cozy instead of cold most of the time. If you are sensitive to heat, you may feel a bit hot in the midday moments on sunny days.

Wet Roads of Antsiranana in Rainy March

Rainfall/ Humidity

As the end of the rainy season, March has a rainfall averaging 182 mm. Although still relatively high, it is not so detrimental to travel compared with the high rainfall of more than 300 mm in January and February, the peak in the year. There are about 16 rainy days on average, and what you experience on these days is more of a drizzle. The average humidity remains high at 79%.

Daylight Hours/ Sunshine Hours

The days are short at around 12 hours in March, but thanks to the decreasing rainfall, sunshine hours are longer at 7 hours per day on average. Generally speaking, the sun rises at 05:45 and sets at 17:55. Because of the relatively long sunshine hours and high UV index, it is recommended that you wear SPF 50+ sunscreen when go out.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Antsiranana?

From the perspective of weather, March is a not very good but either not terrible month to visit Antsiranana. Specifically, the rainfall is still a bit high with many rainy days, but the rain is generally not heavy. The temperature is mild most of the time, but there will be some a little hot moments in midday with strong UV rays.

March is the slack season, and you will see only a few visitors. In addition, traveling to Antsiranana this month, you will find that the prices of hotels and airplanes are more affordable.

What to Bring for Antsiranana Trip in March

Clothes: From the point of view of temperature, it is recommended that you wear light, loose, and breathable summer clothes; from the point of view of rainfall, it is recommended that you wear clothes made of quick-drying or waterproof fabrics. Therefore, you can carry quick-drying T-shirts, short shirts, shorts, and thin waterproof outdoor pants. In addition, you can bring a sun-protective jacket to protect your skin on sunny days, which can also be used on some cool rainy days to keep warm. You will also need a swimsuit if you plan to go swimming in the sea.

Shoes: You are advised to bring a pair of sneakers or hiking shoes as well as a pair of water shoes or flip-flops, so that you have the shoes suitable for both beach and national parks. On top of that, since the weather of Antsiranana in March is still rainy, road conditions will be affected to some extent, so the shoes you bring must be non-slip and easy to clean. Preferably, they should be waterproof, and if not, you can bring a pair of waterproof shoe covers.

Others:

1. Raingear: Rainy days are common this month, so you are recommended to always pack raincoats or umbrellas in your bags.
2. Sun protection items: You are advised to bring sunhats, sunglasses, and sunglasses to shield yourself from the strong sunshine on sunny days.

Where to Go in Antsiranana in March, 2026

Recommendation Rate:

First of all, since March is still in the rainy season, you may encounter rainy days that are not suitable for activities like hiking, so it is recommended that you include some places that can be visited even on these days in your plans, such as a local market. Antsiranana’s market is well worth a visit. You can buy some tropical fruits, walk into a small restaurant and taste the authentic local food, and pick up some unique handicrafts as souvenirs at the stalls.

Then on the other hand, there are some sunny days in March, when you can also go for outdoor sightseeing to admire the especially lush scenery of the rainy season. The recommended sites include:

(1) The Three Bays

The Three Bays of Antsiranana refers to the famous Pigeon Bay, Dune Bay, and Sakalava Bay. These bays are connected by long sandy beaches, and no matter which one you visit, you will enjoy fantastic beaches and emerald-colored seas, especially when the climate of Antsiranana is sunny. If you want to experience sea sports, Sakalava Bay is a famous site that provides various facilities and gathers sea sports enthusiasts from all over the world.

Beautiful Seaside of Antsiranana

(2) Ankarana National Park

For travelers who love animals and want to see lemurs, Ankarana National Park is definitely appealing. The flora and fauna here are extremely rich, and when walking through the rainforest, you can occasionally see a dozen species of lemurs, and various amphibians and birds. Moreover, there are many large and small waterfalls in the Park, which are magnificent with abundant water during the rainy season.

Lemur in Ankarana National Park

Tips:

1. The road conditions of Antsiranana in March are not very good due to the a little high rainfall. What’s worse, the distances from the city to some attractions are far, so you may spend longer time on the way than in the dry season. Therefore, remember to prepare water and some portable food in your bags.
2. When hiking in densely wooded areas such as national parks, you are advised to use mosquito repellent or wear long-sleeved shirts and pants to prevent mosquito bites.

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