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Besalampy, Madagascar

Melaky · Madagascar

Besalampy is a small city in Melaky, Madagascar with a population of 12,000. Elevation: 125 ft (38 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

12,000 Population 2/sq mi density
125 ft Elevation 38 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
47.8 in Annual Rain
Indian / Antananarivo Timezone

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About Besalampy

Besalampy is a rural municipality on the west coast of Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Besalampy, which is a part of Melaky Region. The population of the municipality was 11331 in 2018.

People

Population12,000
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain47.8 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation125 ft (38 m)
Population12,000
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation125 ft (38 m)
Coordinates-16.7500°, 44.4833°
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo
Country🇲🇬 Madagascar
State / ProvinceMelaky
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation47.8 inches (1,215 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Besalampy

Besalampy is a small city in Madagascar (Melaky) with a population of 12,000. The city sits at an elevation of 125 feet (38 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.8 inches. The timezone is Indian/Antananarivo.

Climate in Besalampy

Besalampy has an average annual temperature of 27.2°C (81°F). The hottest month is Dec (29°C), the coldest is Jul (24.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1333 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 28.2°C / 83°F 25.4° / 32.1° 509.5
Feb 27.9°C / 82°F 25.7° / 31° 195.5
Mar 28°C / 82°F 25.1° / 31.1° 209.4
Apr 27.8°C / 82°F 23.6° / 31.5° 28.4
May 26.4°C / 80°F 21.1° / 31.5° 4.1
Jun 25.3°C / 78°F 19.6° / 31° 8.1
Jul 24.6°C / 76°F 19° / 30.7° 4.4
Aug 25.6°C / 78°F 20.5° / 31.5° 2.9
Sep 26.7°C / 80°F 22.2° / 32.3° 12.2
Oct 27.9°C / 82°F 23.8° / 33.6° 11.6
Nov 28.8°C / 84°F 25.4° / 33.8° 164.9
Dec 29°C / 84°F 25.4° / 33.3° 182.5
Besalampy has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 125 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average81.0°F
50% above Madagascar avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Geography

Elevation125 ft (38 m)
Area5,278.3 sq mi (13,670.7 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-16.7500°N, 44.4833°W
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.8"
26% above Madagascar avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 15.12"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.6 on Mar 9, 2025.

Mar 9, 2025 126 km WNW of Mahabe, Madagascar M4.6 33 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2026 Fytia Category 3 90 km
2025 Jude Category 1 293 km
2025 Dikeledi Category 1 271 km
2022 Gombe Category 1 214 km
2020 Belna Category 3 29 km
2019 Idai Category 4 145 km
2014 Hellen Category 4 183 km
2008 Jokwe Category 3 231 km
2008 Fame Category 2 14 km
2007 Bondo Category 2 256 km
2005 Ernest Category 2 265 km
2004 Gafilo Category 2 87 km
2000 Hudah Category 1 285 km
1996 Bonita Category 2 35 km
1996 Doloresse Category 1 234 km
1994 Nadia Category 1 284 km
1989 Calasanjy Category 1 225 km
1984 Andry Category 3 133 km
1984 Kamisy Category 1 244 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 14.5 in
February 82°F (28°C) 15.1 in Wettest
March 83°F (28°C) 6.8 in
April 83°F (28°C) 1.4 in
May 80°F (27°C) 0.2 in
June 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in
July 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
August 78°F (25°C) 0.1 in
September 80°F (27°C) 0.2 in
October 82°F (28°C) 0.5 in
November 84°F (29°C) 2.4 in Warmest
December 84°F (29°C) 6.7 in

Besalampy has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 77°F in July to 84°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 47.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (15.1") and July the driest (0.0").

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Airports Near Besalampy

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Besalampy AirportBPYMedium Airport
Ankokoambo AirportNKOSmall Airport
Tambohorano AirportWTASmall 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 Besalampy

What is the population of Besalampy?

Besalampy has a population of 12,000 residents and is located in Madagascar. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 5,278.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Besalampy?

Besalampy has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.8 inches.

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