Weather & Climate in Ambalavao, Madagascar
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Ambalavao enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 42.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3,310 feet.
Temperature
71°F Jan (22°C)
59°F Jul (15°C)
| Annual Average | 66.0°F |
| 22% above US avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,310 ft (1,009 m) |
| Area | 51.7 sq mi (134.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 885/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 21.8333°S, 46.9333°E |
| Timezone | Indian/Antananarivo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1 earthquake (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.0.
| Jan 19, 1999 | 43 km WNW of Manato, Madagascar | M4.0 | 46 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
13 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 4.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2023 | Freddy | Category 2 | 92 mph | 90 km |
| 2022 | Batsirai | Category 3 | 104 mph | 100 km |
| 2022 | Emnati | Category 1 | 86 mph | 123 km |
| 2013 | Haruna | Category 1 | 58 mph | 292 km |
| 2009 | Fanele | Category 1 | 86 mph | 269 km |
| 2007 | Clovis | Category 1 | 71 mph | 229 km |
| 2000 | Eline:leone | Category 1 | 104 mph | 297 km |
| 1997 | Gretelle | Category 4 | 81 mph | 122 km |
| 1996 | Edwige | Category 2 | 92 mph | 184 km |
| 1994 | Daisy | Category 2 | 98 mph | 237 km |
| 1990 | Alibera | Category 1 | 71 mph | 176 km |
| 1989 | Calasanjy | Category 1 | 83 mph | 296 km |
| 1989 | Jinabo | Category 1 | 71 mph | 281 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 10.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 7.2 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 5.9 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 60°F (15°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 67°F (20°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 9.5 in |
Ambalavao has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 59°F in July to 71°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 42.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (10.0") and July the driest (0.6").