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Tsaratanana, Madagascar

Betsiboka · Madagascar

Tsaratanana is a small city in Betsiboka, Madagascar with a population of 26,446. Elevation: 1,145 ft (349 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

26,446 Population 5/sq mi density
1,145 ft Elevation 349 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
55.8 in Annual Rain
Indian / Antananarivo Timezone

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People

Population26,446
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain55.8 in/yr
Sunny Days242/yr
Elevation1,145 ft (349 m)
Population26,446
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation1,145 ft (349 m)
Coordinates-16.7971°, 47.6517°
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo
Country🇲🇬 Madagascar
State / ProvinceBetsiboka
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation55.8 inches (1,417 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Tsaratanana

Tsaratanana is a small city in Madagascar (Betsiboka) with a population of 26,446. The city sits at an elevation of 1,145 feet (349 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.8 inches. The timezone is Indian/Antananarivo.

Climate in Tsaratanana

Tsaratanana has an average annual temperature of 22.2°C (72°F). The hottest month is Nov (25.2°C), the coldest is Jul (18.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 2083 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.9°C / 75°F 18.1° / 31.2° 660.5
Feb 23.9°C / 75°F 17.5° / 30.5° 368.1
Mar 23.6°C / 74°F 17.9° / 29.7° 296.1
Apr 22.8°C / 73°F 16.4° / 29.3° 142.8
May 20.7°C / 69°F 13.3° / 28.5° 24.4
Jun 18.8°C / 66°F 11.7° / 26.7° 13.4
Jul 18.1°C / 65°F 11.5° / 26.7° 12.5
Aug 19.1°C / 66°F 12° / 28.4° 8.3
Sep 20.9°C / 70°F 13° / 31.9° 15.8
Oct 24°C / 75°F 14.2° / 35.1° 47.2
Nov 25.2°C / 77°F 16.7° / 35.2° 227.8
Dec 25°C / 77°F 17.7° / 34.1° 266.2
Tsaratanana has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 242 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 55.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,145 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average77.4°F
43% above Madagascar avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days242 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,145 ft (349 m)
Area5,256.4 sq mi (13,614.1 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-16.7971°N, 47.6517°W
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 55.8"
47% above Madagascar avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 15.67"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Mar 16, 2012.

Mar 16, 2012 23 km ENE of Amparafaravola, Madagascar M4.2 112 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

24 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5.

Year Name Category Closest
2026 Gezani Category 3 171 km
2026 Fytia Category 2 155 km
2020 Belna Category 3 279 km
2018 Ava Category 2 220 km
2017 Enawo Category 4 212 km
2014 Hellen Category 4 232 km
2012 Giovanna Category 4 248 km
2011 Bingiza Category 2 150 km
2009 Jade Category 1 264 km
2008 Ivan Category 3 92 km
2008 Fame Category 1 262 km
2007 Indlala Category 3 199 km
2007 Bondo Category 2 190 km
2004 Gafilo Category 4 89 km
2002 Hary Category 5 295 km
2000 Hudah Category 4 212 km
2000 Eline:leone Category 1 257 km
1996 Bonita Category 4 52 km
1994 Litanne Category 4 239 km
1994 Geralda Category 4 200 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 15.7 in Wettest
February 80°F (27°C) 13.5 in
March 79°F (26°C) 10.2 in
April 79°F (26°C) 1.5 in
May 76°F (25°C) 0.1 in
June 74°F (23°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 72°F (22°C) 0.0 in Coldest
August 74°F (23°C) 0.0 in
September 76°F (24°C) 0.1 in
October 79°F (26°C) 1.1 in
November 81°F (27°C) 4.5 in Warmest
December 81°F (27°C) 9.2 in

Tsaratanana has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 72°F in July to 81°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 55.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (15.7") and June the driest (0.0").

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Airports Near Tsaratanana

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ambohijanahary AirportSmall Airport
Mampikony AirportWMPSmall Airport
Tsaratanana AirportTTSSmall Airport

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Waterfalls
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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 Tsaratanana

What is the population of Tsaratanana?

Tsaratanana has a population of 26,446 residents and is located in Madagascar. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 5,256.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tsaratanana?

Tsaratanana has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.8 inches.

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