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Ampanihy, Madagascar

Atsimo-Andrefana · Madagascar

Ampanihy is a mid-size city in Atsimo-Andrefana, Madagascar with a population of 40,244. Elevation: 774 ft (236 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

40,244 Population 7/sq mi density
774 ft Elevation 236 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
20.8 in Annual Rain
Indian / Antananarivo Timezone

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About Ampanihy

Ampanihy

Ampanihy or Ampanihy Ouest is a town in the Atsimo-Andrefana Region, Madagascar. It is home of the Ampanihy Airport and is crossed by the Route Nationale 10.

People

Population40,244
Density7/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (25°C)
Rain20.8 in/yr
Sunny Days298/yr
Elevation774 ft (236 m)
Population40,244
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation774 ft (236 m)
Coordinates-24.6937°, 44.7458°
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo
Country🇲🇬 Madagascar
State / ProvinceAtsimo-Andrefana
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation20.8 inches (527 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ampanihy

Ampanihy is a mid-size city in Madagascar (Atsimo-Andrefana) with a population of 40,244. The city sits at an elevation of 774 feet (236 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 83°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.8 inches. The timezone is Indian/Antananarivo.

Climate in Ampanihy

Ampanihy has an average annual temperature of 24.2°C (76°F). The hottest month is Dec (28.9°C), the coldest is Jul (19°C). Average annual precipitation is 622 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 27.6°C / 82°F 18.5° / 39° 99.4
Feb 27.6°C / 82°F 18.1° / 39.5° 98.8
Mar 25.3°C / 78°F 15.8° / 36.6° 150.4
Apr 24°C / 75°F 14.4° / 34.4° 56.6
May 21.2°C / 70°F 12.1° / 32.3° 20.2
Jun 19.3°C / 67°F 10.8° / 30.5° 29.6
Jul 19°C / 66°F 10.2° / 30.8° 11.8
Aug 20.9°C / 70°F 11° / 34.1° 15.6
Sep 23.5°C / 74°F 13.2° / 36.9° 22.4
Oct 25.8°C / 78°F 14.3° / 40.9° 19.9
Nov 27.6°C / 82°F 15.6° / 41.5° 34.2
Dec 28.9°C / 84°F 16.4° / 41.9° 63.0
Ampanihy has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 83°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 298 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 20.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 774 feet.

Temperature

83°F Jan (28°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average76.2°F
41% above Madagascar avg
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days298 days/yr

Geography

Elevation774 ft (236 m)
Area6,029.3 sq mi (15,615.8 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates-24.6937°N, 44.7458°W
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.8"
45% below Madagascar avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.61"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.24"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2026 Gezani Category 1 228 km
2025 Dikeledi Category 2 266 km
2025 Honde Category 1 239 km
2023 Freddy Category 2 239 km
2013 Haruna Category 3 90 km
2012 Giovanna Category 1 201 km
2009 Izilda Category 1 244 km
2007 Favio Category 4 166 km
2006 Boloetse Category 3 111 km
2005 Ernest Category 3 66 km
2004 Cela Category 1 248 km
1997 Gretelle Category 4 122 km
1982 Justine Category 1 110 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 83°F (28°C) 4.6 in Warmest, Wettest
February 82°F (28°C) 3.6 in
March 81°F (27°C) 2.4 in
April 78°F (26°C) 1.0 in
May 72°F (22°C) 0.6 in
June 69°F (20°C) 0.7 in
July 67°F (20°C) 0.3 in Coldest
August 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in Driest
September 74°F (23°C) 0.4 in
October 77°F (25°C) 0.7 in
November 81°F (27°C) 1.7 in
December 82°F (28°C) 4.4 in

Ampanihy has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 67°F in July to 83°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 20.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.6") and August the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Ampanihy

16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
EPP Anosa
EPP Reambondro
EPP Andranomamy
Lycée Ampanihy
CEG Ankiliabo
Ecole Foyer Notre Dame
EPP Ambalatsiefa
College Adventiste Ampanihy
Ecole Saint Paul
ARC EN CIEL
Collège Dr Stefan Mahabo Mahatsinjo
CEG Ampanihy
EPP Antanimainty
EPP Reampototse
EPP Anjamisaro
EC Vohitany
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Museums in Ampanihy

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Musée Royal Maroseragna

Hotels in Ampanihy

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Angora Ampanihy
Hotel Princi
Hôtel Restaurant FILAOS
Hotel Restaurant Maison-Blance

Restaurants in Ampanihy

5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bonne Ambiance
Halal Hotel
Hotel Musulman Maro Mahay
Mini-Resto La Marina
Princi Hotel

Cafes in Ampanihy

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Epicerie Sakatovo

Bus Stations in Ampanihy

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

MG #10784268971

Gas Stations in Ampanihy

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Galana

Airports Near Ampanihy

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ampanihy AirportAMPSmall Airport
Bekily AirportOVASmall Airport
Fotadrevo AirportSmall Airport
Tranoroa AirportSmall Airport
Tsihombe AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ampanihy

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Adventiste Ampanihy
ECAR Anjamisaro
Eglise Catholique Ampanihy
FJKM Zina Mahafaly
FLM Ampanihy
Masjid Bilal
Rhema de Madagascar
RHEMA des Ambassadeurs
Ziona Mahafinaritra

Quick Facts

Timezone
Indian/Antananarivo
Elevation
180 m (591 ft)

🇲🇬 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 Ampanihy

What is the population of Ampanihy?

Ampanihy has a population of 40,244 residents and is located in Madagascar. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 6,029.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ampanihy?

Ampanihy has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 83°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.8 inches.

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