Madagascar Weather in May
Season: Dry Season
In Short: warm, short sunshine duration, less rainfall
In the Forest of Ranomafana NP
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Madagascar weather in May varies from region to region, being warm on the coast and mild in the highlands. The range of average monthly temperatures is 18-27°C (64.4°F-80.6°F). In May, the sun rises at about 06:07 and sets at 17:31. That means the daytime is shorter than the night time, around 11.5 h. As for rainfall, it rains for 9 days averagely based on historical records and the monthly average precipitation is 52 mm.
The warmest cities in Madagascar in May
Toliara: 21.3-28.1°C (70.34°F-82.58°F); Mahajanga: 22.5-30.3°C (72.5°F-86.54°F); Antsiranana: 21.6-30.4°C (70.88°F-86.72°F)
The coldest cities in Madagascar in May
Antananarivo: 12.3-23.2°C (54.14°F-73.76°F); Fianarantsoa: 11.9-20.4°C (53.42°F-68.72°F); Toamasina: 19.5-27.3°C (67.1°F-81.14°F)
What to Pack to Visit Madagascar in May
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1. Considering the warm and dry climate of Madagascar in May, visitors should choose lightweight, breathable and sweat-absorbing clothing as a whole. Women are advised to wear T-shirt with skirt, or just a long dress. Men can wear short-sleeved shorts suit. Don’t forget to add a windproof jacket at night.
2. Madagascar is mountainous, so visitors need to wear comfortable non-slippery shoes when trekking. Sneaker or causal shoes are the choices of most people. Of course, you can wear flip-flops or sandals when you are on the streets or at the beaches.
3. Madagascar is in the tropical zone, which result in intense sunlight in the dry season. Thus sunlight prevention items are essential for visitors. Sunscreen cream, sunglasses and parasol must be packed when you travelling. Although there is less rain at this time, it is still necessary to take your raingear.
4. The beach in Madagascar is definitely the ideal place to visit in May, so be sure to bring swimwear to enjoy sea activities.
5. Mosquitoes are active in the rainforest, so remember to pack anti-mosquito spray in your luggage.
May Travel Guide – Where to Go & Tips
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1. Isalo National Park
Mild and dry temperature in May is quite fit for trekking and sightseeing in Madagascar. Isalo National Park is one such destination, where the landscape was formed in the Jurassic period and it is of great significance to the study of crustal movement. Magnificent canyons, clear rivers and dense forests make Isalo National Park a wonderful place for hikers and adventures to feel and explore the beauty and mystery of nature.Tip: Almost all you walk on are mountain roads, so you should take good care of yourself when engaging in trekking adventure activity.
2. Ranomafana National Park
Lemurs in the Forest
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Tip: It is more humid and it rains occasionally in tropical rainforest areas in Madagascar because of steam from the Indian Ocean. Thus you need to have raingear and anti-mosquito spray ready just in case.
3. Anakao Bay
Anakao is a small fishing town on the southwestern coast of Madagascar. The scenery here is both charming and romantic. When traveling here, the first sight coming into your eyes is pure seawater and you can try surfing, kitesurfing, kayaking and diving here. You must dive in the sea to see such natural sights as the beautiful coral reefs. Starting in May, thousands of flamingos migrate here, making you feel like in a dreamlike pink world.
Tip: Surfing or diving requires adequate preparation and safety measures. You must follow the rules and warnings here and not trespass into dangerous waters.
Anakao Bay in May, Madagascar
Madagascar Festivals in May
Zegny Zo Festival
Zegny Zo Festival is celebrated in the third week of May every year. It lasts for about one week and you can immerse yourself into a lively atmosphere and enjoy it to the fullest. In 2025, it lasts from 13th to 20th, May. People dress up for street art, presenting a feast of song and dance. It’s a good opportunity for you to see large-scale performance of puppetry and stilt-walking around the streets.Donia Festival
Donia Festival is the largest musical festival celebrated in Nose Be in Madagascar. The festival mainly focuses on performing music pieces created by local and international musicians. It also includes sports events, beauty pageant, cultural exhibition and conference. Furthermore, it truly reflects the diversity of Madagascar culture. Do not miss this cultural event if you’re in Nose Be this month.
May Weather of Major Madagascar Cities
City |
Temp |
Rainfall
(mm)
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Humi- dity
(%)
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Sunrise/ Sunset |
Antananarivo |
12.3-23.2°C (54.14°F-73.76°F) |
22.5 | 78.5 |
06:07:22/
17:32:03
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Toliara |
21.3-28.1°C (70.34°F-82.58°F) |
10 | 66 |
06:22:36/
17:36:14
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Fianaranstoa |
11.9-20.4°C (53.42°F-68.72°F) |
27 | 87 |
06:11:53/
17:27:32
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Toamasina |
19.5-27.3°C (67.1°F-81.14°F) |
228.3 | 85 |
05:57:23/
17:24:19
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Mahajanga |
22.5-30.3°C (72.5°F-86.54°F) |
8 | 66 |
05:57:23/
17:24:19
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Morondava |
22.1-29.3°C (71.78°F-84.74°F) |
7 | 64 |
05:57:23/
17:24:19
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Antisiranana |
22.1-29.3°C (71.78°F-84.74°F) |
13.4 | 72 |
05:50:44/
17:27:04
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Madagascar Weather by Month
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