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Maroantsetra, Madagascar

Analanjirofo · Madagascar

Maroantsetra is a mid-size city in Analanjirofo, Madagascar with a population of 45,041. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

45,041 Population 12/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
135.0 in Annual Rain
Indian / Antananarivo Timezone

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People

Population45,041
Density12/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain135.0 in/yr
Sunny Days119/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Population45,041
Population Density12 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates-15.4353°, 49.7379°
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo
Country🇲🇬 Madagascar
State / ProvinceAnalanjirofo
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation135.0 inches (3,428 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Maroantsetra

Maroantsetra is a mid-size city in Madagascar (Analanjirofo) with a population of 45,041. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 135.0 inches. The timezone is Indian/Antananarivo.

Climate in Maroantsetra

Maroantsetra has an average annual temperature of 22.2°C (72°F). The hottest month is Jan (24.4°C), the coldest is Aug (19.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 3657 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.4°C / 76°F 20.3° / 29.9° 449.7
Feb 24.3°C / 76°F 20.7° / 29.1° 365.3
Mar 24.3°C / 76°F 21° / 28.9° 483.1
Apr 23.6°C / 75°F 20.6° / 28.2° 493.1
May 22°C / 72°F 18.1° / 27° 332.1
Jun 20.4°C / 69°F 16.8° / 24.8° 248.2
Jul 19.5°C / 67°F 16.1° / 23.9° 258.2
Aug 19.5°C / 67°F 15.5° / 24.1° 149.1
Sep 20°C / 68°F 15.9° / 25.5° 186.4
Oct 21.4°C / 71°F 16.9° / 27.3° 127.7
Nov 22.8°C / 73°F 18.1° / 28.1° 197.2
Dec 23.9°C / 75°F 19.5° / 29.2° 366.6
Maroantsetra has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 119 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 135.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average74.9°F
39% above Madagascar avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days119 days/yr

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area3,606.0 sq mi (9,339.5 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates-15.4353°N, 49.7379°W
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 135.0"
255% above Madagascar avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 17.64"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.4 on Apr 10, 2022.

Feb 6, 2010 32 km SSE of Maroantsetra, Madagascar M4.5 33 km
Apr 10, 2022 12 km WNW of Antakotako, Madagascar M4.4 18 km
Jun 11, 2006 19 km S of Maroantsetra, Madagascar M4.1 20 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

23 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5.

Year Name Category Closest
2026 Gezani Category 3 297 km
2025 Dikeledi Category 1 290 km
2024 Gamane Category 2 261 km
2020 Herold Category 1 185 km
2018 Ava Category 2 217 km
2018 Eliakim Category 1 101 km
2018 Dumazile Category 1 256 km
2017 Enawo Category 4 8 km
2011 Bingiza Category 3 52 km
2009 Jade Category 1 44 km
2008 Ivan Category 4 189 km
2007 Indlala Category 4 6 km
2007 Jaya Category 3 100 km
2004 Gafilo Category 5 41 km
2002 Hary Category 5 82 km
2000 Hudah Category 4 60 km
1996 Bonita Category 4 234 km
1994 Geralda Category 4 266 km
1994 Nadia Category 3 253 km
1990 Alibera Category 1 237 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 14.7 in
February 80°F (26°C) 15.9 in Warmest
March 79°F (26°C) 17.6 in Wettest
April 77°F (25°C) 17.6 in
May 74°F (24°C) 13.0 in
June 72°F (22°C) 11.0 in
July 70°F (21°C) 11.8 in
August 70°F (21°C) 8.9 in Coldest
September 71°F (22°C) 4.5 in
October 73°F (23°C) 3.4 in Driest
November 76°F (24°C) 5.2 in
December 78°F (26°C) 11.4 in

Maroantsetra has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 70°F in August to 80°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 135.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (17.6") and October the driest (3.4").

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Colleges & Universities in Maroantsetra

Institution Type Founded Website
école catholique sainte Anne College

Schools in Maroantsetra

20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
EPP Namoronana
EEP Ankiakandrefana
CEG Maroantsetra
EPP Sadikamonjo
EPP Talanaro
Lycée Privé Ambatomasina
EPP Ambodimangavato
EPP Amboditsoha
EPP Carreau 3 Ambodiadabo
EPP Anjanazana
EPP Ankofa
CEG Amparihibe
Lycée Privé Mangarivotra
EPP CAREAU 4 AMBODIVOANIO
EPP Ampatsona
EPP Soanierana
CEG Soanierana
EPP Ambodivoafaho
Lycée privé MORAFENO MAROSOROKA
EPP Carreau 4 Manjinavola
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Hotels in Maroantsetra

7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aye-Aye Forest Camp
BIZA HOTEL Maroantsetra
Coco Beach
Hôtel la Pagode INN Maroantsetra
Hotel Manga Beach
Hotel Rahimah et Jayanne
Masoala resort Hotel

Restaurants in Maroantsetra

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Florida snack
Ravinala
Ravinala Restaurant
Restaurant Bar Karaoké Zanzibar II

Gas Stations in Maroantsetra

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Station Shell

Banks in Maroantsetra

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BFV Ankeka Andrefana Maroantsetra

Airports Near Maroantsetra

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Antsirabe AirportANMMedium Airport
Mananara Nord AirportWMRMedium Airport
Maroantsetra AirportWMNMedium 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 Maroantsetra

What is the population of Maroantsetra?

Maroantsetra has a population of 45,041 residents and is located in Madagascar. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 3,606.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Maroantsetra?

Maroantsetra has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 119 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 135.0 inches.

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