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Ranohira, Madagascar

Ihorombe · Madagascar

Ranohira is a small city in Ihorombe, Madagascar with a population of 6,000. Elevation: 2,372 ft (723 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

6,000 Population 1/sq mi density
2,372 ft Elevation 723 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
31.9 in Annual Rain
Indian / Antananarivo Timezone

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About Ranohira

Ranohira

Ranohira is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Ihosy, which is a part of Ihorombe Region. The population of the commune was 16,041 in 2018. The nearest towns are Ilakaka at 26 km and Ihosy 93 km distance.

People

Population6,000
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain31.9 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation2,372 ft (723 m)
Population6,000
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation2,372 ft (723 m)
Coordinates-22.4833°, 45.4000°
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo
Country🇲🇬 Madagascar
State / ProvinceIhorombe
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation31.9 inches (811 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ranohira

Ranohira is a small city in Madagascar (Ihorombe) with a population of 6,000. The city sits at an elevation of 2,372 feet (723 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.9 inches. The timezone is Indian/Antananarivo.

Climate in Ranohira

Ranohira has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 961 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 313.5
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 180.2
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 103.5
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 40.3
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 9.8
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 4.8
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 1.8
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 3.2
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 6.2
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 30.0
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 88.9
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 178.7
Ranohira has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 278 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 31.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,372 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average71.6°F
33% above Madagascar avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,372 ft (723 m)
Area7,546.5 sq mi (19,545.5 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-22.4833°N, 45.4000°W
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.9"
16% below Madagascar avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 7.95"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M5.0 on Nov 14, 1992.

Nov 14, 1992 20 km NW of Ambalasoa, Madagascar M5.0 73 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Alvaro Category 1 299 km
2023 Freddy Category 1 249 km
2022 Batsirai Category 2 266 km
2022 Emnati Category 1 247 km
2013 Haruna Category 2 147 km
2009 Fanele Category 4 167 km
2005 Ernest Category 3 280 km
2004 Elita Category 1 283 km
1997 Gretelle Category 4 100 km
1989 Calasanjy Category 1 257 km
1982 Justine Category 1 251 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 8.0 in Wettest
February 76°F (24°C) 6.5 in
March 75°F (24°C) 3.7 in
April 73°F (23°C) 1.2 in
May 69°F (20°C) 0.6 in
June 65°F (18°C) 0.2 in
July 64°F (18°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
August 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in
September 70°F (21°C) 0.3 in
October 74°F (23°C) 1.3 in
November 77°F (25°C) 3.4 in Warmest
December 76°F (25°C) 6.4 in

Ranohira has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 64°F in July to 77°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 31.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (8.0") and July the driest (0.1").

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Colleges & Universities in Ranohira

Institution Type Founded Website
CEG RANOHIRA College
Collège luthérien College

Schools in Ranohira

11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Collège Notre Dame de l'Isalo
EPL
Lycée
EPP
CEG
Oasis
LaPuissance
EPP manarapenitra
Collège luthérien Ranohira
Lycée ranohira
Bureau lycée
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Museums in Ranohira

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Isalo Museum

Hotels in Ranohira

16 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Berny
Chez Alice
Chez Berny
Ecolodge d’Isalo
Hôtel H1 Isalo
Hôtel Isalo H1
Hôtel Kanto
Hotel Le Jardin du Roy
Isalo Ranch
Isalo Rock Lodge
ITC Lodge
Le Joyau de l'Isalo
Les Toiles de L'Isalo
Momo Trek
Relais de la Reine
Satrana Lodge

Restaurants in Ranohira

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chez Berny
Le Zebu grillé
Pizza Snack Liberta
tsarafandray

Gas Stations in Ranohira

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jovenna

Airports Near Ranohira

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Relais de la Reine AirportRLRSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ranohira

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Adventiste
FLM ziona fehizoro isalo

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 Ranohira

What is the population of Ranohira?

Ranohira has a population of 6,000 residents and is located in Madagascar. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 7,546.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ranohira?

Ranohira has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.9 inches.

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