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Anakao, Madagascar

Atsimo-Andrefana · Madagascar

Anakao is a small town in Atsimo-Andrefana, Madagascar with a population of 3,000. Elevation: 7 ft (2 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,000 Population 485/sq mi density
7 ft Elevation 2 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
20.9 in Annual Rain
Indian / Antananarivo Timezone

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About Anakao

Anakao

Anakao is a coastal municipality on the southwest coast of Madagascar, 35 kilometres south of Toliara.

People

Population3,000
Density485/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
Rain20.9 in/yr
Sunny Days298/yr
Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Population3,000
Population Density485 / sq mi
Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Coordinates-23.6667°, 43.6500°
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo
Country🇲🇬 Madagascar
State / ProvinceAtsimo-Andrefana
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average84°F (29°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation20.9 inches (531 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Anakao

Anakao is a small town in Madagascar (Atsimo-Andrefana) with a population of 3,000. The city sits at an elevation of 7 feet (2 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 84°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.9 inches. The timezone is Indian/Antananarivo.

Climate in Anakao

Anakao 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 376 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 158.2
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 75.5
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 36.1
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 7.4
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 11.2
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 5.2
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 5.2
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 5.1
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 5.1
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 7.9
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 14.3
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 44.6
Anakao has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 84°F in January while summers reach 69°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 20.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 7 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

84°F Jan (29°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average77.5°F
44% above Madagascar avg
January Average84°F (29°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days298 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Area6.2 sq mi (16.0 km²)
Population Density485/sq mi
Coordinates-23.6667°N, 43.6500°W
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.9"
45% below Madagascar avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.20"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M5.3 on Jan 25, 2013.

Jan 25, 2013 8 km NW of Anakao, Madagascar M5.3 9 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2026 Gezani Category 2 180 km
2025 Dikeledi Category 2 197 km
2025 Honde Category 1 221 km
2024 Alvaro Category 1 260 km
2023 Freddy Category 2 108 km
2023 Cheneso Category 1 219 km
2013 Haruna Category 3 76 km
2009 Fanele Category 2 274 km
2009 Izilda Category 1 107 km
2008 Jokwe Category 3 230 km
2007 Favio Category 4 221 km
2006 Boloetse Category 3 82 km
2005 Ernest Category 3 65 km
2004 Cela Category 1 251 km
1997 Gretelle Category 2 117 km
1982 Justine Category 1 46 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 84°F (29°C) 5.2 in Warmest, Wettest
February 84°F (29°C) 4.4 in
March 83°F (28°C) 2.5 in
April 80°F (26°C) 0.5 in
May 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in
June 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in
July 69°F (21°C) 0.2 in Coldest
August 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in Driest
September 75°F (24°C) 0.3 in
October 78°F (26°C) 0.6 in
November 81°F (27°C) 1.9 in
December 83°F (28°C) 4.4 in

Anakao has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 69°F in July to 84°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 20.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.2") and August the driest (0.2").

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Farmers Markets in Anakao

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché / Market

Hotels in Anakao

14 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anakao Ocean Lodge
Au Paradis d'Espérance
Auberge Peter Pan
Bungalow hôtel chez Emile
Chez Clovis
CMAS
L'Atlantide
La Réserve d'Anakao
Lalandaka
Prince d'Anakao
Résidence EDEN Eco Lodge
Safari Vezo
Safari Vezo
Trano Mena

Restaurants in Anakao

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chez Emile
Safari Vezo

Airports Near Anakao

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Toliara AirportTLEMedium Airport
Betioky AirportBKUSmall 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 Anakao

What is the population of Anakao?

Anakao has a population of 3,000 residents and is located in Madagascar. The population density is 485 people per square mile, spread across 6.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Anakao?

Anakao has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 84°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.9 inches.

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