Ifaty Weather in March

Season: Rainy Season; Autumn
In Short: not high rainfall, high temperature, long sunshine hours

Temperature

March has relatively high temperature. In the morning and evening, when the temperature is at its lowest in a day at about 22°C (72°F) on average, you may feel warm but not cold. During the noon time, the temperature is about 32°C (90°F) and can reach a maximum of 35°C (95°F), and you will feel very hot. The sea temperature is 29°C (84°F) on average, which is relatively comfortable for water sports.

Rainfall

March, the last month of the rainy season in Ifaty, sees a relatively large drop in rainfall. On average, the rainfall is 40 mm, concentrated in 5 days.

Wet Ifaty in Rainy March

Daylight Hours/ Sunshine Hours

This month, the daylight hours shorten to 12, but thanks to less rain and more sunny days, the sunshine hours remain at a high level of 10 hours per day averagely. The sunlight is abundant, and the UV intensity is high, so it is recommended to wear sunscreen.

Traveling to Ifaty in March 2025, you will not see crowded visitors and can find relatively cheap hotels.

Packing List for Ifaty Trip in March

Clothes: Because the weather of Ifaty is relatively hot in March, summer clothes are recommended to bring. For example, T-shirts and short shirts are suitable tops. You can also pack tank tops if you are afraid of the high temperature. As for the bottoms, you are advised to pack skirts and shorts for normal attractions and long pants for forests and reserves. Females can also prepare beautiful dresses. Besides, it is a little humid this month, so try to bring more clothes for change.

Shoes: When exploring reserves for wildlife, comfortable hiking shoes or sneakers are recommended; while relaxing on the beach, slippers or sandals are recommended.

Others: Though March is the end of the rainy season, umbrellas are still advised to pack. Besides, UV rays are strong on sunny days, so remember to bring sunscreen, sunhats, and sunglasses, and always take sun protection measures. If you plan to go to the beach to enjoy sunbathing and swimming, you should also bring swimsuits.

Recommended Places to Go in Ifaty in March

Recommendation Rate:

1. Reniala Reserve

Reniala Reserve is a protected area that covers about 45 hectares (111 acres) in total. In the Reserve, you will spot many special plants and animals. Here are some interesting experiences in the Reserve.

(1) Enjoy hiking in the forest: There are more than 1,000 species of plants in the forest of the Reserve, 44 of which are unique in Madagascar. Hiking in the Reserve, you may feel like in a forest of a unique and wonderful world.
(2) Find lovely lemurs and other wildlife: There is a lemur rescue center in the Reserve, which is dedicated to rescuing abandoned lemurs, rewilding them, and then releasing them back into the wild. Therefore, you can see many cute lemurs here. Moreover, you can easily observe many unique birds and reptiles in the Reserve.
(3) Admire baobabs: The Reserve is full of rare baobabs, one of Madagascar’s calling cards. More excitingly, the largest baobab tree in Madagascar stands here, with a circumference of more than 20 meters (66 feet).

Lush Reniala Reserve in March

2. Ifaty Beach

Ifaty Beach, which has fine sand and clear and blue water, is one of the most beautiful beaches in Africa. In hot March, it is definitely a perfect destination for you.

(1) Enjoying sunbathing on the beach: Though in the rainy season, March has more than 25 sunny days, providing good conditions for you to enjoy sunbathing. In addition to the beautiful natural scenery, there are also deck chairs and massage services on the beach for you to choose from.
(2) Swimming and trying water sports: The tourist facilities here are relatively complete, and rich water sports like surfing are available here. Therefore, when the climate of Ifaty is hot, you can go swimming in the sea or try some exciting water sports to cool yourself down.
(3) Snorkeling and diving: Ifaty Beach has long been a popular destination for diving enthusiasts as it is home to beautiful coral reefs. On top of that, you may also be able to observe a lot of beautiful marine animals.

Relatively Quiet Ifaty Beach in March

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