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Befandriana, Madagascar
Sofia · Madagascar
Befandriana is a small city in Sofia, Madagascar with a population of 18,596. Elevation: 919 ft (280 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Befandriana
Befandriana-Avaratra is a city and urban municipality in northern Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Befandriana-Nord, which is a part of Sofia Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 13,000 in 2001 commune census.
People
Climate
| Population | 18,596 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 919 ft (280 m) |
| Coordinates | -15.2567°, 48.5425° |
| Timezone | Indian/Antananarivo |
| Country | 🇲🇬 Madagascar |
| State / Province | Sofia |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 65.2 inches (1,657 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Befandriana
Befandriana is a small city in Madagascar (Sofia) with a population of 18,596. The city sits at an elevation of 919 feet (280 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 65.2 inches. The timezone is Indian/Antananarivo.
Climate in Befandriana
Befandriana has an average annual temperature of 22.3°C (72°F). The hottest month is Dec (25°C), the coldest is Jul (18.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1926 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.4°F |
| 36% above Madagascar avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 231 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 919 ft (280 m) |
| Area | 4,301.9 sq mi (11,141.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -15.2567°N, 48.5425°W |
| Timezone | Indian/Antananarivo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 17.2 in | Wettest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 15.4 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 11.5 in | Warmest |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 0.3 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 1.3 in | |
| November | 76°F (25°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 11.1 in |
Befandriana has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 68°F in July to 77°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 65.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (17.2") and September the driest (0.2").
Schools in Befandriana
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lycée Privé Masah | — | — | — | — |
| EPP Ambalanomby | — | — | — | — |
| EPP Manongarivo | — | — | — | — |
| Collège Saint-Félix | — | — | — | — |
| Sekoly Katolika Jean Martin Moyë | — | — | — | — |
| CEG Befandriana-Nord | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée Befandriana-Nord | — | — | — | — |
| École Mère Colomba Gabriel | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Befandriana
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Hotels in Befandriana
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Befandriana
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Befandriana
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ambalabe Airport | WAI | Medium Airport |
| Anahidrano Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ankaizina Airport | WBE | Small Airport |
| Avaratra Airport | WBD | Small Airport |
| Mandritsara Airport | WMA | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Befandriana
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Befandriana Avaratra |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Befandriana
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| FJKM Oliva Fitiavana |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Befandriana?
Befandriana has a population of 18,596 residents and is located in Madagascar. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 4,301.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Befandriana?
Befandriana has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 231 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 65.2 inches.