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Ampahana, Madagascar

Sava · Madagascar

Ampahana is a small city in Sava, Madagascar with a population of 25,000. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

25,000 Population 236/sq mi density
82 ft Elevation 25 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
108.2 in Annual Rain
Indian / Antananarivo Timezone

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People

Population25,000
Density236/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain108.2 in/yr
Sunny Days142/yr
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Population25,000
Population Density236 / sq mi
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates-14.7500°, 50.2167°
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo
Country🇲🇬 Madagascar
State / ProvinceSava
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation108.2 inches (2,749 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ampahana

Ampahana is a small city in Madagascar (Sava) with a population of 25,000. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 108.2 inches. The timezone is Indian/Antananarivo.

Climate in Ampahana

Ampahana has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 2207 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 264.9
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 323.0
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 326.1
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 216.7
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 162.0
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 140.9
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 177.3
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 121.6
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 85.3
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 83.3
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 89.3
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 216.9
Ampahana has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 142 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 108.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average76.8°F
42% above Madagascar avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days142 days/yr

Geography

Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Area106.1 sq mi (274.7 km²)
Population Density236/sq mi
Coordinates-14.7500°N, 50.2167°W
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 108.2"
185% above Madagascar avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 13.54"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.94"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.4 on Apr 10, 2022.

Feb 6, 2010 32 km SSE of Maroantsetra, Madagascar M4.5 113 km
Apr 10, 2022 12 km WNW of Antakotako, Madagascar M4.4 81 km
Jun 11, 2006 19 km S of Maroantsetra, Madagascar M4.1 109 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

21 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5.

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Dikeledi Category 1 221 km
2024 Gamane Category 2 199 km
2020 Herold Category 1 130 km
2018 Eliakim Category 1 124 km
2018 Dumazile Category 1 285 km
2018 Ava Category 1 269 km
2017 Enawo Category 4 24 km
2011 Bingiza Category 3 139 km
2009 Jade Category 1 89 km
2008 Ivan Category 4 236 km
2007 Indlala Category 4 19 km
2007 Jaya Category 3 36 km
2004 Gafilo Category 5 41 km
2002 Hary Category 5 57 km
2002 Kesiny Category 1 240 km
2000 Hudah Category 4 44 km
1994 Nadia Category 3 184 km
1990 Alibera Category 1 242 km
1988 Calidera Category 1 161 km
1984 Kamisy Category 3 273 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 13.1 in
February 81°F (27°C) 11.9 in Warmest
March 80°F (27°C) 13.5 in Wettest
April 79°F (26°C) 12.1 in
May 77°F (25°C) 9.2 in
June 74°F (23°C) 8.5 in
July 72°F (22°C) 8.7 in
August 72°F (22°C) 8.3 in Coldest
September 73°F (23°C) 4.3 in
October 75°F (24°C) 3.9 in Driest
November 78°F (25°C) 5.1 in
December 80°F (27°C) 9.6 in

Ampahana has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 72°F in August to 81°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 108.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (13.5") and October the driest (3.9").

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Schools in Ampahana

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
EPP Ankoba
EPP Andrapengy
EPP Andamasina
CEG Communautaire Bekona
EPP Bekona
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Farmers Markets in Ampahana

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché d'Antananambo

Gas Stations in Ampahana

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

tanin'ny tonton

Airports Near Ampahana

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Andapa AirportZWAMedium Airport
Antsirabe AirportANMMedium Airport
Maroantsetra AirportWMNMedium Airport
Sambava AirportSVBMedium Airport
Doany AirportDOASmall 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 Ampahana

What is the population of Ampahana?

Ampahana has a population of 25,000 residents and is located in Madagascar. The population density is 236 people per square mile, spread across 106.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ampahana?

Ampahana has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 142 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 108.2 inches.

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