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Nosy Varika, Madagascar

Vatovavy Region · Madagascar

Nosy Varika is a mid-size city in Vatovavy Region, Madagascar with a population of 37,152. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 74°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

37,152 Population 297/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 24°C
106.8 in Annual Rain
Indian / Antananarivo Timezone

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People

Population37,152
Density297/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (24°C)
Rain106.8 in/yr
Sunny Days156/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Population37,152
Population Density297 / sq mi
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates-20.5833°, 48.5333°
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo
Country🇲🇬 Madagascar
State / ProvinceVatovavy Region
Average Temperature74°F (24°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation106.8 inches (2,712 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Nosy Varika

Nosy Varika is a mid-size city in Madagascar (Vatovavy Region) with a population of 37,152. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 106.8 inches. The timezone is Indian/Antananarivo.

Climate in Nosy Varika

Nosy Varika has an average annual temperature of 24.7°C (76°F). The hottest month is Jan (26.8°C), the coldest is Aug (22.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 2502 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.8°C / 80°F 24.2° / 29.9° 424.1
Feb 26.6°C / 80°F 24.1° / 29.1° 409.0
Mar 26.6°C / 80°F 24.5° / 28.9° 421.1
Apr 25.9°C / 79°F 23.5° / 28.5° 276.5
May 24.5°C / 76°F 22.2° / 27.4° 143.7
Jun 23.1°C / 74°F 21° / 25.5° 142.9
Jul 22.3°C / 72°F 19.8° / 24.7° 108.0
Aug 22.2°C / 72°F 19.6° / 25° 105.8
Sep 22.7°C / 73°F 19.9° / 25.5° 61.9
Oct 23.9°C / 75°F 20.5° / 27.3° 77.0
Nov 25.2°C / 77°F 22.5° / 28.6° 116.6
Dec 26.4°C / 80°F 23.6° / 29.6° 215.6
Nosy Varika has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 156 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 106.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average74.3°F
38% above Madagascar avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days156 days/yr

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area125.0 sq mi (323.8 km²)
Population Density297/sq mi
Coordinates-20.5833°N, 48.5333°W
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 106.8"
181% above Madagascar avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 16.30"
Driest Month (Oct) 2.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.8 on May 13, 2020.

May 13, 2020 Madagascar M4.8 96 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2026 Gezani Category 3 266 km
2023 Freddy Category 2 39 km
2022 Batsirai Category 3 45 km
2022 Emnati Category 2 82 km
2018 Dumazile Category 3 233 km
2018 Ava Category 2 233 km
2013 Felleng Category 2 209 km
2012 Giovanna Category 4 177 km
2007 Clovis Category 1 17 km
2003 Manou Category 1 110 km
2002 Hary Category 4 283 km
2000 Eline:leone Category 1 109 km
1997 Gretelle Category 4 202 km
1996 Edwige Category 2 15 km
1994 Litanne Category 4 166 km
1994 Geralda Category 3 243 km
1994 Daisy Category 2 99 km
1990 Alibera Category 1 24 km
1989 Jinabo Category 1 80 km
1986 Honorinina Category 1 288 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Vakinankaratra (185 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Vakinankaratra Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,644 m (8,675 ft) Unknown 185 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 14.8 in Warmest
February 79°F (26°C) 14.7 in
March 78°F (26°C) 16.3 in Wettest
April 77°F (25°C) 10.0 in
May 73°F (23°C) 8.4 in
June 70°F (21°C) 8.7 in
July 69°F (21°C) 6.4 in
August 69°F (20°C) 5.8 in Coldest
September 71°F (22°C) 4.0 in
October 73°F (23°C) 2.9 in Driest
November 76°F (25°C) 5.7 in
December 78°F (26°C) 9.3 in

Nosy Varika has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 69°F in August to 79°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 106.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (16.3") and October the driest (2.9").

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Schools in Nosy Varika

14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
EPP Andonaka
EPP Nosy Varika
EPP Masindranokely
EPP Ambodiroranga
EPP Sahavakoana
EPP Andranomahitsy
Ecole Primaire Publique Mahatsinjo
Ecole Primaire Publique Ambodisaha
Collège d'enseignement Général Fanivelona
EPP Fanivelona
EPP Ambohimahasoa
Ecole Primaire Publique Tsararivotra
CEG Ampahomanitra
EPP Ampahomanitra
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Airports Near Nosy Varika

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mananjary AirportMNJMedium 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 Nosy Varika

What is the population of Nosy Varika?

Nosy Varika has a population of 37,152 residents and is located in Madagascar. The population density is 297 people per square mile, spread across 125.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Nosy Varika?

Nosy Varika has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 156 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 106.8 inches.

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