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Antsiranana, Madagascar
Diana · Madagascar
Antsiranana is a large city in Diana, Madagascar with a population of 136,959. Elevation: 197 ft (60 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Antsiranana
Antsiranana, named Diego-Suarez prior to 1975, is a city in the far north of Madagascar. Antsiranana is the capital of Diana Region. It had an estimated population of 115,015 in 2013.
People
Climate
| Population | 136,959 |
| Population Density | 8,444 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 197 ft (60 m) |
| Coordinates | -12.3173°, 49.2919° |
| Timezone | Indian/Antananarivo |
| Country | 🇲🇬 Madagascar |
| State / Province | Diana |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 45.3 inches (1,150 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Antsiranana
Antsiranana is a large city in Madagascar (Diana) with a population of 136,959. The city sits at an elevation of 197 feet (60 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.3 inches. The timezone is Indian/Antananarivo.
Climate in Antsiranana
Antsiranana has an average annual temperature of 26.3°C (79°F). The hottest month is Dec (27.8°C), the coldest is Jul (24.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 925 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.3°F |
| 45% above Madagascar avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 254 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 197 ft (60 m) |
| Area | 16.2 sq mi (42.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 8,444/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -12.3173°N, 49.2919°W |
| Timezone | Indian/Antananarivo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Ambre-Bobaomby (35 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ambre-Bobaomby | Volcanic field | 1,475 m (4,839 ft) | Unknown | 35 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 12.4 in | Wettest |
| February | 80°F (26°C) | 11.4 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 7.1 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 0.7 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 1.4 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | Warmest |
Antsiranana has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 75°F in July to 81°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 45.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (12.4") and September the driest (0.4").
Colleges & Universities in Antsiranana
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amphi science | University | — | — |
| Avotra | College | — | — |
| Avotra | College | — | — |
| Avotra | College | — | — |
| CAPRE | University | — | — |
| Centre Régional de l'Institut National de Formation Pédagogique | University | — | — |
| Faculté de Droit Economie Gestion et Science Politique | University | — | — |
| Faculté de médecine | University | — | — |
| IESNORM | University | — | — |
| Institut Supérieur de Technologie d'Antsiranana | University | — | — |
| Institut Supérieur de Technologie D'Antsiranana | University | — | — |
| Institut Supérieur de Technologie D'Antsiranana | University | — | — |
| Université d'Antsiranana | University | — | — |
Schools in Antsiranana
30 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lycée Mixte | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole Rossignol | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole Rossignol | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole le Rossignol | — | — | — | — |
| Petite Colombe | — | — | — | — |
| Collège Privé Sainte THERESE | — | — | — | — |
| Labigorne | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole islamique | — | — | — | — |
| École Saint jean | — | — | — | — |
| La Fraternité | — | — | — | — |
| ABC | — | — | — | — |
| École Primaire Publique Annexe Lycée | — | — | — | — |
| Colège d'Enseignement Générale de Référence | — | — | — | — |
| EPP lazaret | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée Français | — | — | — | — |
| Collège d'Enseignement Général Francois de Mahy | — | — | — | — |
| Centre de Formation Technique et Professionnelle de la SECREN | — | — | — | — |
| Le Rossignol | — | — | — | — |
| Sainte-Thérèse | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée Technique et Professionnel | — | — | — | — |
| Bon Pasteur | — | — | — | — |
| CEG | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée Privé Saint-Jean | — | — | — | — |
| Notre-Dame | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée Privée Saint-Joseph | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée Technique Commerciale | — | — | — | — |
| CEG PK3 | — | — | — | — |
| EPP Lally Tollendal | — | — | — | — |
| EPP Polygone | — | — | — | — |
| EPP La Vigerie | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Antsiranana
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Antsiranana
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque de l'Alliance | 0.0 | |||||
| BU | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Antsiranana
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bazarikely |
Hotels in Antsiranana
52 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Antsiranana
29 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Antsiranana
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Antsiranana
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Antsiranana
1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Antsiranana
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Antsiranana
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Antsiranana
4 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Antsiranana
12 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Antsiranana
7 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Antsiranana
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Antsiranana
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Arrachart Airport | DIE | Medium Airport |
| Antsiranana Andrakaka Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Antsiranana
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| AGENCE IMMOBILIER | |
| Centre de chèques postaux | |
| Post office - Antsiranana |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Antsiranana
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cathédrale | |
| Centre islamique de Diego Suarez | |
| Chapelle Militaire Tranobozaka | |
| EEM | |
| FJKM Antseranana Fahazavana | |
| FJKM Tanambao | |
| Jesosy Mamonjy | |
| Jesosy Mamonjy | |
| JESOSY MAMONJY PENTEKOTISTA M.A.Daoud | |
| Mosquée | |
| Santa Nivas | |
| Tanambao | |
| Zanatany |
Explore Near Antsiranana
Quick Facts
Around Antsiranana
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Antsiranana
4 places within 15 km
- • Ambongoabo
- • Fort Anosiravo
- • Point de vue
- • Tsingy Cannion
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Public Holidays in Madagascar
10 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Antsiranana
What is the population of Antsiranana?
Antsiranana has a population of 136,959 residents and is located in Madagascar. The population density is 8,444 people per square mile, spread across 16.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Antsiranana?
Antsiranana has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.3 inches.