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Marovantaza, Madagascar

Sofia · Madagascar

Marovantaza is a small city in Sofia, Madagascar with a population of 10,504. Elevation: 144 ft (44 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

10,504 Population 2/sq mi density
144 ft Elevation 44 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
60.8 in Annual Rain
Indian / Antananarivo Timezone

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About Marovantaza

Marovantaza is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Analalava, which is a part of Sofia Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 11,000 in 2001 commune census.

People

Population10,504
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain60.8 in/yr
Sunny Days241/yr
Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Population10,504
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Coordinates-15.3833°, 47.6667°
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo
Country🇲🇬 Madagascar
State / ProvinceSofia
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation60.8 inches (1,545 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Marovantaza

Marovantaza is a small city in Madagascar (Sofia) with a population of 10,504. The city sits at an elevation of 144 feet (44 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 60.8 inches. The timezone is Indian/Antananarivo.

Climate in Marovantaza

Marovantaza has an average annual temperature of 26.8°C (80°F). The hottest month is Nov (29.9°C), the coldest is Jul (24.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1502 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 27°C / 81°F 21.4° / 33.3° 513.6
Feb 27°C / 81°F 21.6° / 32.5° 312.2
Mar 26.9°C / 80°F 21.6° / 32.2° 249.5
Apr 26.5°C / 80°F 20.4° / 32.4° 74.2
May 25.4°C / 78°F 17.5° / 33.1° 23.5
Jun 24.4°C / 76°F 16.3° / 33° 9.3
Jul 24.2°C / 76°F 16° / 33.5° 5.9
Aug 25.4°C / 78°F 16.5° / 35.1° 6.0
Sep 27°C / 81°F 18.2° / 37.4° 5.8
Oct 29.3°C / 85°F 19.7° / 39.7° 19.1
Nov 29.9°C / 86°F 21.6° / 40.2° 86.9
Dec 29.1°C / 84°F 22.2° / 38.6° 196.0
Marovantaza has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 241 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 60.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 144 feet.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average79.4°F
47% above Madagascar avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days241 days/yr

Geography

Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Area6,913.4 sq mi (17,905.6 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-15.3833°N, 47.6667°W
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 60.8"
60% above Madagascar avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 18.58"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.7 on Jan 5, 2005.

Jan 5, 2005 66 km NNE of Antsohihy, Madagascar M4.7 131 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2026 Fytia Category 2 215 km
2025 Dikeledi Category 1 232 km
2020 Belna Category 3 224 km
2017 Enawo Category 4 194 km
2014 Hellen Category 4 202 km
2011 Bingiza Category 2 125 km
2009 Jade Category 1 244 km
2008 Ivan Category 3 231 km
2008 Jokwe Category 1 199 km
2007 Indlala Category 3 171 km
2007 Bondo Category 3 106 km
2007 Jaya Category 1 206 km
2004 Gafilo Category 4 49 km
2002 Hary Category 5 296 km
2000 Hudah Category 4 57 km
1996 Bonita Category 4 200 km
1994 Nadia Category 2 211 km
1988 Calidera Category 1 286 km
1984 Andry Category 3 201 km
1984 Kamisy Category 2 109 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 18.6 in Wettest
February 82°F (28°C) 15.3 in
March 82°F (28°C) 10.4 in
April 81°F (27°C) 1.7 in
May 78°F (26°C) 0.2 in
June 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 74°F (23°C) 0.1 in Coldest
August 75°F (24°C) 0.1 in
September 78°F (25°C) 0.1 in
October 81°F (27°C) 0.8 in
November 83°F (29°C) 4.5 in Warmest
December 83°F (28°C) 9.2 in

Marovantaza has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 74°F in July to 83°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 60.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (18.6") and June the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Marovantaza

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
EC Tsarahonenana
Lycée Marovantaza
Collège & Lycée Vittorio Biagio Terrinoni
EPP Andrevorevo
CEG Jean Paul II
CEG Andrevorevo
Lycée Marovantaza
Ecole Privée Catholique
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Farmers Markets in Marovantaza

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bazard Be
Bazard Manarapenitra
Marché
Marché Public
Marché Public Anjiamangirana
Marhé hebdomadaire

Clinics in Marovantaza

5 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clinique privé St Benoît
Clinique privé st Benoît
Dispensaire
Maternité
MG #1189788816

Shopping Malls in Marovantaza

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Marché HEBDOMADAIRE DU VENDREDI

Airports Near Marovantaza

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ambalabe AirportWAIMedium Airport
Anahidrano AirportSmall Airport
Anjajavy Private AirportSmall Airport
Antanimalandy AirportSmall Airport
Antetikireja AirportSmall Airport
Besakoa AirportBSVSmall Airport
Chez Eric et Fleur AirportSmall Airport
Lodge des Terre Blanches AirportSmall Airport
Mampikony AirportWMPSmall Airport
Marovasa Private AirportSmall Airport
Moramba AirportSmall Airport
Port Bergé AirportWPBSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Marovantaza

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ECAR MAROVANTAZA
Eglise Adventiste
Eglise Adventiste
Eglise Cathôlique Andrevorevo

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 Marovantaza

What is the population of Marovantaza?

Marovantaza has a population of 10,504 residents and is located in Madagascar. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 6,913.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Marovantaza?

Marovantaza has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 241 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 60.8 inches.

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