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Marovatolena, Madagascar

Sofia · Madagascar

Marovatolena is a small city in Sofia, Madagascar with a population of 8,769. Elevation: 646 ft (197 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

8,769 Population 1/sq mi density
646 ft Elevation 197 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
60.8 in Annual Rain
Indian / Antananarivo Timezone

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About Marovatolena

Marovatolena 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 9,000 in 2001 commune census.

People

Population8,769
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain60.8 in/yr
Sunny Days241/yr
Elevation646 ft (197 m)
Population8,769
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation646 ft (197 m)
Coordinates-15.1833°, 47.6500°
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo
Country🇲🇬 Madagascar
State / ProvinceSofia
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation60.8 inches (1,545 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Marovatolena

Marovatolena is a small city in Madagascar (Sofia) with a population of 8,769. The city sits at an elevation of 646 feet (197 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 60.8 inches. The timezone is Indian/Antananarivo.

Marovatolena has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 73°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 646 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average78.7°F
46% above Madagascar avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days241 days/yr

Geography

Elevation646 ft (197 m)
Area6,913.4 sq mi (17,905.6 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-15.1833°N, 47.6500°W
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 60.8"
60% above Madagascar avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 18.94"
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 M4.7 112 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2026 Fytia Category 2 229 km
2025 Dikeledi Category 1 210 km
2020 Belna Category 3 216 km
2017 Enawo Category 4 204 km
2014 Hellen Category 4 204 km
2011 Bingiza Category 2 138 km
2009 Jade Category 1 251 km
2008 Ivan Category 3 252 km
2008 Jokwe Category 1 179 km
2007 Bondo Category 4 95 km
2007 Indlala Category 3 180 km
2007 Jaya Category 1 199 km
2004 Gafilo Category 4 70 km
2000 Hudah Category 4 35 km
1996 Bonita Category 4 221 km
1994 Nadia Category 2 190 km
1988 Calidera Category 1 296 km
1984 Andry Category 3 199 km
1984 Kamisy Category 2 121 km
1982 Justine Category 1 285 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 18.9 in Wettest
February 80°F (27°C) 14.8 in
March 81°F (27°C) 10.4 in
April 80°F (27°C) 1.8 in
May 78°F (26°C) 0.2 in
June 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 73°F (23°C) 0.0 in Coldest
August 75°F (24°C) 0.1 in
September 77°F (25°C) 0.1 in
October 80°F (27°C) 0.8 in
November 82°F (28°C) 4.5 in Warmest
December 82°F (28°C) 9.2 in

Marovatolena has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 73°F in July to 82°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 60.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (18.9") and June the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Marovatolena

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
CEG Marovatolena
Domaine lycee Marovatolena
EPP Marovatolena
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Farmers Markets in Marovatolena

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché
Marché Public
Marché Public Anjiamangirana
Marhé hebdomadaire

Airports Near Marovatolena

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ambalabe AirportWAIMedium Airport
Analalava AirportHVAMedium 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
Marovasa Private AirportSmall Airport
Moramba AirportSmall Airport
Port Bergé AirportWPBSmall 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 Marovatolena

What is the population of Marovatolena?

Marovatolena has a population of 8,769 residents and is located in Madagascar. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 6,913.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Marovatolena?

Marovatolena has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 241 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 60.8 inches.

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