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Merikanjaka, Madagascar
Analamanga · Madagascar
Merikanjaka is a small city in Analamanga, Madagascar with a population of 8,000. Elevation: 5,118 ft (1,560 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 8,000 |
| Population Density | 202 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,118 ft (1,560 m) |
| Coordinates | -19.1333°, 47.8500° |
| Timezone | Indian/Antananarivo |
| Country | 🇲🇬 Madagascar |
| State / Province | Analamanga |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 70.8 inches (1,798 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Merikanjaka
Merikanjaka is a small city in Madagascar (Analamanga) with a population of 8,000. The city sits at an elevation of 5,118 feet (1,560 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.8 inches. The timezone is Indian/Antananarivo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.6°F |
| 29% above Madagascar avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 318 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,118 ft (1,560 m) |
| Area | 39.5 sq mi (102.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 202/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -19.1333°N, 47.8500°W |
| Timezone | Indian/Antananarivo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Itasy Volcanic Field (121 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Itasy Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,800 m (5,906 ft) | -6050 | 121 km |
| Vakinankaratra | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,644 m (8,675 ft) | Unknown | 124 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 12.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 10.8 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 9.3 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 1.3 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 1.5 in | |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| September | 60°F (15°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 67°F (20°C) | 5.6 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 11.2 in |
Merikanjaka has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 57°F in August to 73°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 60.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (12.1") and September the driest (1.1").
Radio Stations near Merikanjaka
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| RNM | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Hopefy Radio MG | christian, gospel | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Rock Madagascar | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| ESDES Radio | educational, hits | MP3 128 kbps | |
| NetPro.TV Radio | education, entertainment | MP3 64 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Merikanjaka
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mantasoa Market | |||||
| Tsena Alarobia Ambatomanga |
Airports Near Merikanjaka
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ivato International Airport | TNR | Large Airport |
| Ambohibary Airport | OHB | Small Airport |
| Antananarivo Arivonimamo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fihaonana Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Merikanjaka?
Merikanjaka has a population of 8,000 residents and is located in Madagascar. The population density is 202 people per square mile, spread across 39.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Merikanjaka?
Merikanjaka enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 70.8 inches.