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Maevatanana, Madagascar

Betsiboka · Madagascar

Maevatanana is a small city in Betsiboka, Madagascar with a population of 27,459. Elevation: 210 ft (64 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

Data updated June 2026

27,459 Population 6/sq mi density
210 ft Elevation 64 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
59.4 in Annual Rain
Indian / Antananarivo Timezone

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About Maevatanana

Maevatanana

Maevatanana is an urban municipality in Madagascar. The city is in the central-north part of the island, at the Ikopa River, and is connected by the national road RN 4 to Antananarivo and Mahajanga. The altitude is low and as it is located far from the coast, temperatures tend to be high. The city belongs to the district of Maevatanana, which is a part of Betsiboka Region. Maevatanana is the capital of the Betsiboka region, and the population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 24,000 in 2001 commune census.

People

Population27,459
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
Rain59.4 in/yr
Sunny Days240/yr
Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Population27,459
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Coordinates-16.9500°, 46.8333°
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo
Country🇲🇬 Madagascar
State / ProvinceBetsiboka
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation59.4 inches (1,509 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Maevatanana

Maevatanana is a small city in Madagascar (Betsiboka) with a population of 27,459. The city sits at an elevation of 210 feet (64 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 83°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.4 inches. The timezone is Indian/Antananarivo.

Climate in Maevatanana

Maevatanana has an average annual temperature of 25.2°C (77°F). The hottest month is Nov (28.5°C), the coldest is Jul (21.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1917 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26°C / 79°F 20.4° / 33.4° 615.9
Feb 26°C / 79°F 20.2° / 32.6° 335.5
Mar 25.8°C / 78°F 20° / 32.1° 279.7
Apr 25.3°C / 77°F 18.4° / 31.5° 88.4
May 23.2°C / 74°F 15.2° / 30.8° 12.8
Jun 21.6°C / 71°F 13.5° / 29.9° 13.6
Jul 21.4°C / 71°F 13.2° / 30.9° 10.5
Aug 23.1°C / 74°F 14.2° / 33.4° 5.8
Sep 25.3°C / 78°F 15.7° / 36.3° 17.2
Oct 28.2°C / 83°F 17.7° / 38.9° 36.5
Nov 28.5°C / 83°F 20.6° / 38.9° 273.5
Dec 27.7°C / 82°F 20.5° / 36.9° 227.2
Maevatanana has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 83°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 240 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 59.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 210 feet.

Temperature

83°F Jan (28°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average82.1°F
52% above Madagascar avg
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days240 days/yr

Geography

Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Area4,356.3 sq mi (11,282.7 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates-16.9500°N, 46.8333°W
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 59.4"
56% above Madagascar avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 16.34"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2026 Gezani Category 3 209 km
2026 Fytia Category 3 73 km
2020 Belna Category 3 215 km
2018 Ava Category 1 270 km
2017 Enawo Category 1 298 km
2014 Hellen Category 4 177 km
2012 Giovanna Category 3 259 km
2011 Bingiza Category 1 231 km
2008 Ivan Category 2 148 km
2008 Fame Category 2 174 km
2007 Bondo Category 2 165 km
2007 Indlala Category 1 283 km
2004 Gafilo Category 4 61 km
2000 Hudah Category 3 239 km
2000 Eline:leone Category 1 249 km
1996 Bonita Category 3 33 km
1994 Litanne Category 4 277 km
1994 Geralda Category 3 239 km
1986 Honorinina Category 1 203 km
1984 Andry Category 3 131 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 83°F (28°C) 15.4 in
February 83°F (28°C) 16.3 in Wettest
March 83°F (29°C) 9.8 in
April 83°F (28°C) 2.6 in
May 81°F (27°C) 0.2 in
June 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 78°F (25°C) 0.1 in Coldest
August 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in
September 82°F (28°C) 0.2 in
October 85°F (29°C) 1.3 in
November 86°F (30°C) 3.7 in Warmest
December 84°F (29°C) 9.8 in

Maevatanana has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 78°F in July to 86°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 59.4 inches, with February being the wettest month (16.3") and June the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Maevatanana

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
EC Mahatsinjo Ravinala
EC Antsahanika
CEG Beanana
Collège Maevatanàna - CEG Benoît Bevava
Lycée Maevatanàna
Ecole privée Saint-Anne
EPP Morafenokely
Lycée Technique et Professionel de Maevatanàna
Ecole Advantiste
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Farmers Markets in Maevatanana

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché de Maevatanàna

Hotels in Maevatanana

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chouchou
Hôtel Betsiboka
Hôtel Tinah Royal Maevatanana
Kat-Sem
Le Phare

Restaurants in Maevatanana

12 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chouchou
Délice O Pizza
Happy & Ice
Hordea
Hôtel Ambinintsoa
Hôtel Betsiboka
Hotel Restaurant Betsiboka
Kat-Sem
Le Phare
Maeva
Restaurant Rabadiss
TRANON'I RANAHAVELO

Bus Stations in Maevatanana

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gare routière de Maevatanàna

Gas Stations in Maevatanana

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Station service Jovenna
Station service Shell Maevatanàna
Station-service TotalEnergies Maevatanàna

Banks in Maevatanana

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BOA Agence Maevatanàna

Stadiums & Teams in Maevatanana

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Churches & Religious Organizations in Maevatanana

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Eglise
Eglise Advantiste
Eglise Chatolique - Ekar Fanahy Masina
Eglise Jesosy Mamonjy
Eglise Protestante FJKM - Peniéla Maevatanàna
Masjid khoja Shia Itna Asheri
Masjid khoja Shia Itna Asheri

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 Maevatanana

What is the population of Maevatanana?

Maevatanana has a population of 27,459 residents and is located in Madagascar. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 4,356.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Maevatanana?

Maevatanana has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 83°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 240 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 59.4 inches.

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