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Ambalasoa, Madagascar

Anosy · Madagascar

Ambalasoa is a small town in Anosy, Madagascar with a population of 4,000. Elevation: 2,897 ft (883 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

4,000 Population 1/sq mi density
2,897 ft Elevation 883 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
33.7 in Annual Rain
Indian / Antananarivo Timezone

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About Ambalasoa

Ambalasoa is a rural municipality in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Betroka, which is a part of Anosy Region. The population of the municipality was 5337 in 2018.

People

Population4,000
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
Rain33.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation2,897 ft (883 m)
Population4,000
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation2,897 ft (883 m)
Coordinates-23.1167°, 46.0000°
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo
Country🇲🇬 Madagascar
State / ProvinceAnosy
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation33.7 inches (856 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ambalasoa

Ambalasoa is a small town in Madagascar (Anosy) with a population of 4,000. The city sits at an elevation of 2,897 feet (883 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.7 inches. The timezone is Indian/Antananarivo.

Ambalasoa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 33.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,897 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average68.7°F
27% above Madagascar avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,897 ft (883 m)
Area5,477.6 sq mi (14,186.9 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-23.1167°N, 46.0000°W
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.7"
11% below Madagascar avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 8.23"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M5.0 on Nov 14, 1992.

Nov 14, 1992 20 km NW of Ambalasoa, Madagascar M5.0 21 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4.

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Freddy Category 2 261 km
2022 Batsirai Category 2 272 km
2022 Emnati Category 1 193 km
2013 Haruna Category 2 124 km
2009 Fanele Category 3 261 km
2005 Ernest Category 2 283 km
1997 Gretelle Category 4 29 km
1982 Justine Category 1 254 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 8.2 in Warmest, Wettest
February 74°F (23°C) 6.0 in
March 73°F (23°C) 3.9 in
April 70°F (21°C) 1.0 in
May 65°F (18°C) 0.4 in
June 62°F (17°C) 0.3 in
July 61°F (16°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
August 63°F (17°C) 0.3 in
September 67°F (19°C) 0.4 in
October 71°F (22°C) 1.4 in
November 74°F (23°C) 3.9 in
December 74°F (23°C) 7.8 in

Ambalasoa has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 61°F in July to 74°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 33.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (8.2") and July the driest (0.2").

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Airports Near Ambalasoa

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Betroka AirportSmall Airport
Ihosy AirportIHOSmall Airport
Relais de la Reine AirportRLRSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Indian/Antananarivo

🇲🇬 About Madagascar

Capital Antananarivo
Population 26,262,368
Area 587,040 km²
GDP (USD) $15,869,945,478
GDP per capita $509
HDI 0.501
Life expectancy 63.6 years
Internet users 20.4%
Urban population 32.0%
Currency MGA (Ariary)
Languages French, Malagasy
Calling code +261
TLD .mg
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Madagascar

10 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Mar 29 Martyrs' Day Martyrs' Day
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 1 Labour Day Labour Day
May 14 Ascension Day Ascension Day
May 25 Whit Monday Whit Monday
Jun 26 Independence Day Independence Day
Aug 15 Assumption Day Assumption Day
Nov 1 All Saints' Day All Saints' Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ambalasoa

What is the population of Ambalasoa?

Ambalasoa has a population of 4,000 residents and is located in Madagascar. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 5,477.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ambalasoa?

Ambalasoa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.7 inches.

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