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Sambava, Madagascar
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Sambava is a mid-size city in Sava, Madagascar with a population of 89,003. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 89,003 |
| Population Density | 1,042 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | -14.2667°, 50.1667° |
| Timezone | Indian/Antananarivo |
| Country | 🇲🇬 Madagascar |
| State / Province | Sava |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 91.6 inches (2,326 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sambava
Sambava is a mid-size city in Madagascar (Sava) with a population of 89,003. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 91.6 inches. The timezone is Indian/Antananarivo.
Climate in Sambava
Sambava has an average annual temperature of 23.4°C (74°F). The hottest month is Jan (25.5°C), the coldest is Aug (20.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 2882 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.9°F |
| 42% above Madagascar avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 170 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Area | 85.4 sq mi (221.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,042/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.2667°N, 50.1667°W |
| Timezone | Indian/Antananarivo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 12.6 in | Wettest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 10.1 in | Warmest |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 11.0 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 8.8 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 6.7 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 6.9 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 6.7 in | |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 7.3 in | Coldest |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 3.6 in | Driest |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 5.1 in | |
| December | 80°F (26°C) | 8.6 in |
Sambava has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 72°F in August to 81°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 91.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (12.6") and September the driest (3.6").
Schools in Sambava
22 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ecole Primaire Publique Antanandronono | — | — | — | — |
| EPP Antaimby | — | — | — | — |
| Education Fondamentale du Premier Cycle Besopaka | — | — | — | — |
| EPP Ambatofitatra | — | — | — | — |
| EPP Menagisy | — | — | — | — |
| EPP Jean Feno Soavinandriana | — | — | — | — |
| EPP Ambariomihambana | — | — | — | — |
| EPP Ambohitrakongona | — | — | — | — |
| EPP Ambodisatrana | — | — | — | — |
| ECCOVA | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole Primaire Publique Ambia | — | — | — | — |
| Akany Fibeazana | — | — | — | — |
| EPP Ambolomadinika | — | — | — | — |
| EPP Ankorabe | — | — | — | — |
| École océan Sambava | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée privé le Bambinos | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée privé catholique Sambava | — | — | — | — |
| Collège privé Ny Poty School | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée privé Filadelfia Sambava | — | — | — | — |
| École privée la Relève | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée Technique Professionnel | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée Mixte Sambava | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Sambava
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Sambava
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bazary Ambodisatrana |
Hotels in Sambava
23 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Sambava
17 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Sambava
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Sambava
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Sambava
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Sambava
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Sambava
3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sambava
7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sambava
14 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Sambava
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Sambava
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Andapa Airport | ZWA | Medium Airport |
| Antsirabe Airport | ANM | Medium Airport |
| Sambava Airport | SVB | Medium Airport |
| Doany Airport | DOA | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Sambava
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| DHL | |
| Paositra Malagasy |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sambava
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ecar Paul | |
| Église Adventiste du 7ème jour | |
| Église Adventiste du 7ème jour | |
| Église episkopaly Malagasy, fiangonana Anglikana eto Sambava | |
| Fiangonana Vahao ny oloko | |
| FJKM Ambariomihambana | |
| FJKM Filadelfia | |
| FJKM Karmela | |
| Mosquée Bohra | |
| Sainte Thérèse | |
| Sta Lioka Sambava | |
| Temoin de Jehovah | |
| Winner's chapel |
Quick Facts
Around Sambava
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Sambava
1 places within 15 km
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Public Holidays in Madagascar
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Sambava
What is the population of Sambava?
Sambava has a population of 89,003 residents and is located in Madagascar. The population density is 1,042 people per square mile, spread across 85.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sambava?
Sambava has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 170 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 91.6 inches.